Cliffs Pavilion, Southend

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Rick Wakeman - The Wizard Of Prog

Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour feat The English Rock Ensemble Keyboard player extraordinaire Rick Wakeman CBE and the English Rock Ensemble will be touring the UK with The Wizard of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour. The setlist will feature a broad sweep across Rick’s classic back catalogue, including extracts from his epic concept albums like Journey To The Centre Of The Earth and The Myths & Legends of King Arthur & The Knights Of The Round Table and other solo work, as well as music he recorded with YES – and of course, a few surprises along the way! Fans are promised a magical night of music spanning over 50 years of the Wizard Of Prog’s stellar career, brought bang-up-to-date by a group of spell-binding musicians whose alchemy on stage is irresistible. Age restriction: under 16s must always be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

Fri 5 MarCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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Seven Drunken Nights

Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, Seven Drunken Nights is packed full of classics like Whiskey in the Jar, The Irish Rover and Rocky Road to Dublin — guaranteed to get your toes tapping as they bring the joy of Ireland’s rich folk music tradition to the stage. This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the songs and stories that have defined Irish music for generations, capturing the spirit, energy and humour of a timeless era. With breathtaking performances and an authentic Irish atmosphere, the show journeys through decades of unforgettable music, honouring the legacy of the songs and their lasting impact on audiences around the world. Don’t miss your chance to see this world-class production that has brought a decade of unforgettable nights and over 1000 Standing Ovations to packed theatres. Seven Drunken Nights is the ultimate Irish theatre experience — a celebration of music, culture and togetherness that has audiences returning year after year.

Wed 24 MarCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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Gabrielle Plus Support

GABRIELLE ‘THE HITS TOUR’ 2027 Marking the next exciting chapter for one of the UK's most enduring and beloved voices, Gabrielle has spent over three decades shaping British pop and soul with a catalogue of timeless, emotionally resonant hits. From her breakthrough success to her continued presence today, she remains a defining figure in UK music. Her landmark 1999 album Rise became one of the era’s standout releases, achieving 4x Platinum status, while her celebrated compilation Dreams Can Come True: Greatest Hits matched that success. Across her career, Gabrielle has achieved six Top 10 albums, including 2018’s Under My Skin, and returned in 2024 with A Place In Your Heart—an acclaimed release that reaffirmed her place as one of the UK’s most respected singer-songwriters. A multiple award-winner, Gabrielle’s accolades include two BRIT Awards, two MOBO Awards and an Ivor Novello Award, recognising both her commercial success and songwriting excellence. She introduced herself to a new generation of fans with her standout performances on The Masked Singer UK in 2021, leading to a renewed wave of acclaim and high-profile appearances—including her role in Stormzy’s 2022 cultural moment Mel Made Me Do It. Her live career continues to thrive. Gabrielle has shared stages with global icons, joining Adele as a special guest at BST Hyde Park, and touring alongside legends such as Lionel Richie, Simply Red, Tom Jones to name just a few.

Sat 27 MarCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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The Real Thing And Heatwave

The Real Thing with original vocalists Chris Amoo & Dave Smith enjoyed success in both the 70’s & 80’s with 3 Top 10 singles. The Number 1 hit You To Me Are Everything, Can't Get By Without You & Can You Feel The Force and all these tracks are still featured daily on all the major UK Radio stations. They also have around two million plays or more on Spotify each month. The Real Thing are undoubtedly still a force to be reckoned with. Formed in 1972, The Real Thing are Britain’s longest-established - and best-loved - black group in UK entertainment history. The Real Thing remain pioneers in soul, funk and dance music. 2026 is the 50th Anniversary of ‘You To Me Are Everything’ hitting the No 1 slot in the charts, so come out to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the most loved No 1 records of all time. Formed in London, UK, Heatwave are a funk/disco group who came into international success in the mid-70s and 80s, known for the hits, “Boogie Nights,” “Always and Forever” and “The Groove Line.” The band came together initially when Germany based active serving American serviceman, Johnnie Wilder, formed his band ‘Johnnie Wilder's Chicago Heatwave’. Rod Temperton answered an advert and flew to Germany to join the band. Johnnie then invited his brother, Keith, to fly over to Germany and join the band. Johnnie Wilder, Keith Wilder, Ernest "Bilbo" Berger, Erick Johns.

Fri 9 AprCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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The Bootleg Beatles In Concert

Celebrating seven iconic performances by the Fab Four. From a tiny stage in a famous Liverpool cellar to a rooftop in central London, The Beatles played a vast number of live performances in their eight year reign. Whether in theatres, stadiums or TV studios, many of these proved to be ground breaking events. Here tonight, recreated by The Bootleg Beatles and their orchestra, are seven of their most famous.

Sat 10 AprCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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Disney Princess - The Concert

For generations, the music of Disney’s princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, these beloved songs come alive on stage with a host of acclaimed Broadway and West End stars in Disney Princess - The Concert. Your every dream will come true as larger-than-life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic, while these powerhouse talents sing your favourite princess, hero and (yes!) villain songs, and share behind-the-scenes stories from their time on the stage and screen. We invite you to relive your VHS glory days, dress up in your favourite royal attire, and share the joy of Disney with your loved ones at this internationally acclaimed concert experience. Be part of our world at Disney Princess - The Concert! Disney Princess - The Concert has played 20 countries on 5 continents since its premiere in 2021, including two US tours of more than 100 cities, and comes to Southend for the first time in 2027. The show features iconic songs from more than 29 films, including: How Far I’ll Go, A Whole New World, Just Around the Riverbend, Part of Your World, Almost There, Let It Go and more! VIP Package includes - Best Seat Available - Sound Check Experience ahead of the show (with exclusive song performances and a Q+A with the artists) - VIP Lanyard - Poster - Merchandise bundle

Sun 11 AprCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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Giovanni - Unstoppable

He’s back… and more unstoppable than ever. Giovanni Pernice returns in 2027 with his brand new live tour – UNSTOPPABLE. The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is ready to set the stage alight once again in a spectacular show packed with passion, precision and pure entertainment. Joined by a world-class cast of professional dancers and West End performers, Giovanni delivers a high-energy production like no other. A spectacular show of non-stop action-packed entertainment – this is Giovanni at his absolute best. Dancer. Performer. Showman. Giovanni is UNSTOPPABLE. VIP Meet & Greet ticket includes pre show M&G at 5.15pm, VIP lanyard, signed autograph and photo opportunities.

Tue 18 MayCliffs Pavilion, Southend

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