CASH
Payin’ respect to the Man in Black
Friday 17 April
Saltburn Theatre
Hard to believe, but it’s now over twenty years since the world lost the great Johnny
Cash and since then his iconic status has grown to unprecedented proportions.
Country, rockabilly, folk, blues, gospel… the songs span countless genres, and
have become timeless monuments to the plight of the 20th Century
working man.
From Walk the Line and Ring of Fire to Get Rhythm and the heartbreaking Hurt,
this stunning 5-piece band are as close as you’ll ever get to standing
toe-to-toe with the Man in Black himself.
BOOTLEG EAGLES
Friday 17 April
ARC: Stockton
Take it Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, One of those Nights, Hotel California, Take it to the Limit and so many more.
Brought to you by these five phenomenal musicians. All live – every harmony, every guitar lick and every hook brought to you without the aid of a safety net.
This is a memorable and authentic Eagles experience delivered with energy, sensitivity, soul and breath-taking accuracy. Every show we’ve done with this great band has sold out well in advance – buy now, while you can!
ULTIMATE COLDPLAY
with full ‘Bouncing Beamz’ laser show
Saturday 18 April
ARC: Stockton
Ultimate Coldplay feature a true look-a-like Chris Martin who plays piano and guitar, sings and even dances just like man himself!
Expect all the biggest hits spanning Coldplay’s two-decade back catalogue including Fix You, Viva la Vida, My Universe and Yellow, then going right up to the latest hits such as Higher Power and Feelslikeimfallinginlove.
All this plus the award-winning Bouncing Beamz laser show to add that proper festival feel.
REM by STIPE +
ECHOES OF THE BUNNYMEN
Saturday 25 April
ARC Stockton
Stipe was formed so that fans old and new can experience the magic of hearing these songs played live with care, conviction, and affection. As huge fans of REM this stunning 5-piece take the music (if not themselves) very seriously. Iconic songs such as Losing My Religion, Everybody Hurts, Stand, and It’s the End of the World As We Know it (and I Feel Fine) are recreated note-for-note, while Richard Southern’s carefully-crafted vocal pays homage to Michael Stipe’s unique voice and enigmatic performance style.
Echoes of the Bunnymen is an aural tribute to the alternative Fab Four featuring some of the best tracks from the original lineup’s amazing run of albums.
Played by musicians who are huge fans of the Bunnymen, authentically recreating the early sound of one of the UK’s best-ever indie bands. It’s not a traditional tribute act. No dressing up or daft accents, just a love and appreciation of some enduringly classic tunes – hit after hit with a sound so pure it will give you goosebumps!
EXPLOSIVE LIGHT ORCHESTRA
Celebrating the genius of Jeff Lynne and ELO
Saturday 2 May
Hutton Rudby Village Hall
A joyous 5-piece celebration with live violin weaving through every hook and harmony. They roll out the classic hits with real heart — Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Telephone Line, Don’t Bring Me Down, Evil Woman, Last Train to London and plenty more.
The band don’t just play the tunes; they tap straight into that lush, widescreen ELO sound — big melodies, glowing harmonies and that irresistible swing that gets the whole room moving. It’s warm, it’s nostalgic, and it’s bursting with feel-good energy, the sort of show that leaves you beaming long after the final chord rings out.
THIS FLIGHT TONIGHT
The Songs of Joni Mitchell
Friday 8 May
ARC: Stockton
Fantastic 5-piece band celebrating Joni Mitchell’s remarkable musical journey from 1966 to 1978, diving deep into the songs that defined a generation. Expect California, Blue, Woodstock, Both Sides Now, Carey, Coyote, A Case of You and so many more — all delivered with warmth, precision and a real feel for Joni’s poetic swing.
This is a show that treats the material with total respect while letting it breathe: shimmering harmonies, expressive playing, and vocals that carry every ounce of emotion. No wonder it’s earned high praise from musical royalty:
“Fine singing” – David Crosby
“Beautiful” – Bob Harris
“Sublime” – Mark Radcliffe
DIRE STRAITS by ALCHEMY LIVE
Total sell-out here last time!
Saturday 9 May
ARC: Stockton
Back by popular demand after taking the roof off ARC in a total sell-out show last time around!
Alchemy Live bring to life the classic era of Dire Straits from the early 80s, playing hits including Sultans of Swing, Money for Nothing, Tunnel of Love, Romeo and Juliet, Brothers In Arms and many more.
The band are united by a common love of the music of Mark Knopfler and recreate his trademark sound as accurately as possible with a painstaking attention to detail.
This lot are all about the music, no lookalike competitions here as they faithfully recreate the Dire Straits sound & feel, with each song a re-enactment of a specific performance by the original band.
As the name suggests, many of the song versions are taken from the multi-platinum selling double live album Alchemy Live, generally recognised as one of the best live albums ever recorded. Close your eyes and you’re right there at the Hammersmith Odeon back in 1983!
PURE WELLER
Paul Weller, The Jam and The Style Council’s Greatest Hits
Saturday 16 May
Saltburn Theatre
High-octane 4-piece Pure Weller celebrate Paul Weller’s amazing career – from the early days of The Jam through the seminal works of The Style Council and his illustrious solo output.
From tender ballads like Wild Wood to the fury of Down at the Tube Station at Midnight and the soul-pop exuberance of Shout to the Top, these lads brilliantly capture the Modfather’s Ever Changing Moods.
SOUTHMARTINS ACOUSTIC
Saturday 23 May
ARC Stockton
Back-to-back Beautiful South and The Housemartins hits… acoustic-style!
A rare (the only one of the year in fact) 4-piece stripped-down show from these local legends who are usually to be found in much larger rooms up and down the UK. Last year’s acoustic gig sold out months ahead of the show date and we’re delighted that they’re back this May to do it all over again this year.
Expect a hand-picked selection of smart, melodic pop songs from the pen of the mighty Paul Heaton – Happy Hour, Perfect 10, You Keep It All In, Rotterdam, Me and the Farmer, Song for Whoever and so many more.
Iconic songs recreated and shared with an audience who knows every word.
Rated as a Saturday night out, this one feels like a Perfect 10.
Lat few tickets – get ’em while you can!
THE SMITHS LTD – EXTRA SHOW
2:00pm – Saturday 30 May. Half the tickets gone already!
Saltburn Theatre
Manchester’s finest!
THE SMITHS LTD
Saturday 30 May – Evening sold out, half the matinee tickets gone already!
Saltburn Theatre
Manchester’s finest!
FOREVER SPRINGSTEEN
Saturday 6 June
ARC: Stockton
A powerhouse seven-piece tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
From the thunderous drive of Born to Run and Badlands to the heartland soul of Thunder Road and The River, Forever Springsteen channel the spirit, swagger and storytelling that have made The Boss one of the greatest live performers of all time.
Dynamic and charismatic frontman Rhod Lewis nails Springsteen’s vocal fire and blue-collar energy. He’s backed by a full E Street–style lineup: soaring sax, rich keys, ringing guitars and a rhythm section built for the open road.
Expect three decades of classics, deep cuts and fan favourites played live, loud, and with total conviction.
Months later, people are still raving about the last show we did with these!
TOTALLY BLONDIE
plus Acoustic Weller
Saturday 13 June
Georgian Theatre Stockton
Strutting straight out of London’s glitter-stained underbelly, Totally Blondie bring the swagger, sass and sheer sonic rush of Blondie to the stage. This electric show features a razor-sharp band fronted by superstar frontwoman Chloe a magnetic, platinum-blonde powerhouse who truly gets Debbie Harry.
From CBGB classics to crossover chart hits they cover all the bases: Heart of Glass, Atomic, Hanging on the Telephone, One Way or Another, Dreaming, Rapture – all delivered with raw New-York-via-London attitude, post-punk cool and disco-tinted sleaze.
This is Blondie as they were: fearless, genre-bending, dangerously stylish. It’s tight, it’s loud, and it’s a helluva lot of fun – equal parts art-rock, punk energy and dancefloor euphoria.
Expect attitude. Expect eyeliner. Expect some of the greatest alternative pop songs of all time!
REM by Stipe
Hits and deep cuts
Sat 22 August
Saltburn Theatre
‘These guys are awesome’ – Michael Stipe
A super-rare rare Hits and Deep Cuts set from Europe’s finest tribute to R.E.M. – fresh back from recent Australian and German tours.
This is only the second time that the band have played this Hits and Deep Cuts setlist. It’s an absolute privilege to bring it to Saltburn and we look forward to to welcoming R.E.M. fans from far and wide for this one-of-a-kind show.
TOTALLY BLONDIE
This one will fly!
Fri 25 September
Saltburn Theatre
Strutting straight out of London’s glitter-stained underbelly, Totally Blondie bring the swagger, sass and sheer sonic rush of Blondie to the stage. This electric show features a razor-sharp band fronted by superstar frontwoman Chloe a magnetic, platinum-blonde powerhouse who truly gets Debbie Harry.
From CBGB classics to crossover chart hits they cover all the bases: Heart of Glass, Atomic, Hanging on the Telephone, One Way or Another, Dreaming, Rapture – all delivered with raw New-York-via-London attitude, post-punk cool and disco-tinted sleaze.
This is Blondie as they were: fearless, genre-bending, dangerously stylish. It’s tight, it’s loud, and it’s a helluva lot of fun – equal parts art-rock, punk energy and dancefloor euphoria.
Expect attitude. Expect eyeliner. Expect some of the greatest alternative pop songs of all time!
FOREVER SPRINGSTEEN
Stunning 7-piece tribute to The Boss
Sat 26 September
Saltburn Theatre
A powerhouse seven-piece tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
From the thunderous drive of Born to Run and Badlands to the heartland soul of Thunder Road and The River, Forever Springsteen channel the spirit, swagger and storytelling that have made The Boss one of the greatest live performers of all time.
Dynamic and charismatic frontman Rhod Lewis nails Springsteen’s vocal fire and blue-collar energy. He’s backed by a full E Street–style lineup: soaring sax, rich keys, ringing guitars and a rhythm section built for the open road.
Expect three decades of classics, deep cuts and fan favourites played live, loud, and with total conviction.
EXPLOSIVE LIGHT ORCHESTRA
Saturday 10 October
Saltburn Theatre
A joyous 5-piece celebration with live violin weaving through every hook and harmony. They roll out the classic hits with real heart — Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Telephone Line, Don’t Bring Me Down, Evil Woman, Last Train to London and plenty more.
The band don’t just play the tunes; they tap straight into that lush, widescreen ELO sound — big melodies, glowing harmonies and that irresistible swing that gets the whole room moving. It’s warm, it’s nostalgic, and it’s bursting with feel-good energy, the sort of show that leaves you beaming long after the final chord rings out.
Bootleg Eagles
Saturday 24 October
Hutton Rudby Village Hall
Take it Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, One of those Nights, Hotel California, Take it to the Limit and so many more.
Brought to you by these five phenomenal musicians. All live – every harmony, every guitar lick and every hook brought to you without the aid of a safety net.
This is a memorable and authentic Eagles experience delivered with energy, sensitivity, soul and breath-taking accuracy. Every show we’ve done with this great band has sold out well in advance – buy now, while you can!
NO BUDDY DOES IT BETTER
Buddy Holly Tribute – 4 piece band
Sun 1 November, 3pm matinee
Saltburn Theatre
Sharp suits, slick hair and unstoppable hooks with fantastic [and impressive Buddy Holly lookalike] frontman Danny Gill and his brilliant band.
This is rock’n’roll in its purest essence: upbeat, unfussy and impossible to sit completely still to.
You’ll get supertight rhythms, sparkling guitar lines and choruses that feel like they were designed to be sung by a roomful of people on a feelgood Sunday afternoon.
Expect legendary hits like That’ll Be the Day, Peggy Sue and Rave On and so many more. The charm is in the simplicity — two minutes, great hooks, job done.
Can’t wait for this one!
THE INCUREABLES
North East debut!
Fri 20 November
Saltburn Theatre
We’ve been looking for the right Cure tribute for a while.
Finally we stumbled across a video of this lot at London’s legendary Dublin Castle and, well, that was that – sold! We are now delighted to present their North East debut for your listening pleasure.
They do the Cure’s amazing back catalogue the justice it deserves from scratchy beginnings to out-and-out pop bangers.
This one’s on a Friday, and we’re most definitely in love!
THE ROD STEWART SONGBOOK
Saturday 21 November
Saltburn Theatre
No messing about – this fantastic 6-piece fronted by charismatic frontman Pete McCall bring you massive songs, big choruses and a side helping of tartan. It’s all the hits you want, played properly, with the right mix of swagger and singalong,
You’ll get the big ones – Maggie May, Sailing, Baby Jane, You Wear it Well, Tonight’s the Night, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?… the kind of tunes everyone knows from halfway through the first line. Expect raspy vocals, a great band featuring live brass, and plenty of chances to join in whether you planned to or not – a roof-raising night of Rod’s biggest songs, delivered with great musicianship and a knowing wink.
If your idea of a great Saturday night out is a room full of people singing Sailing at full volume (certainly sounds good to us), then this is the one for you!
AFTER THE LAST WALTZ
Celebrating the Band’s legendary final gig
Sun 31 Jan 2027
Saltburn Theatre
This epic two-hour musical event features 7 amazing musicians and takes you back to Thanksgiving 1976 when The Band took their final bow in the now-legendary concert ‘The Last Waltz’ – a show immortalised in film by trailblazing director Martin Scorcese.
‘After the Last Waltz’ gives audiences a unique chance to relive this all-star extravaganza in a show full of incredible musicianship and the band’s clear joy at getting the opportunity to interpret this classic material. There’s nothing remotely like this on the touring circuit and we are delighted to bring you one of only 3 English dates for 2027!
VIVA LA VIDA
The greatest hits of Coldplay
Sat 13 Feb 2027
Saltburn Theatre
A warm, atmospheric and passionately-delivered celebration of one of the world’s favourite festival bands. The tracks that shaped a generation – Yellow, Fix You, Paradise, Viva La Vida – alongside more recent releases to bring the whole thing band up to date.
Expect glowing melodies, big emotional crescendos and all the anthemic sing-along moments you’d hope for, recreated with care, heart and a whole lot of soul.
MAMA: GENESIS
Sat 20 Feb 2027
Saltburn Theatre
The band perform pieces from every era of Genesis from the early Peter Gabriel Genesis albums, right through the Phil Collins era in the 70’s and 80’s and up to the final Genesis studio album, We Can’t Dance.
DIRE STRAITS by ALCHEMY
Sat 10 Apr 2027
Saltburn Theatre
Alchemy Live bring to life the classic era of Dire Straits from the early 80s, playing hits including Sultans of Swing, Money for Nothing, Tunnel of Love, Romeo and Juliet, Brothers In Arms and many more.
The band are united by a common love of the music of Mark Knopfler and recreate his trademark sound as accurately as possible with a painstaking attention to detail.
This lot are all about the music, no lookalike competitions here as they faithfully recreate the Dire Straits sound & feel, with each song a re-enactment of a specific performance by the original band.
As the name suggests, many of the song versions are taken from the multi-platinum selling double live album Alchemy Live, generally recognised as one of the best live albums ever recorded. Close your eyes and you’re right there at the Hammersmith Odeon back in 1983!
THE STEELERS
10-piece Steely Dan tribute
Sun 23 May 2027
Saltburn Theatre
A 10-piece Steely Dan tribute that more does the songs justice — tight grooves, sharp horns and musicians who understand every twist in the arrangements. Expect the cool swing of Do It Again, the bite of Reelin’ in the Years, the silky glide of Peg, the snap of Josie and the laid-back perfection of Rikki Don’t Lose That Number. The kind of set where you keep recognising tunes and forget quite how many you actually know.
BLUR v PULP
90s Britpop bangers
Sat 12 Jun 2027
Saltburn Theatre
Pulp by Pulp’d, then Blur by Blur2 – two hours of 90s indie bangers!