Jimmy Cricket’s Big Show
at Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
£17.50
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Midday Variety favourite Jimmy Cricket celebrates his 80th birthday with a big afternoon of entertainment!
Jimmy’s amazing career in comedy includes his own TV and radio series, Royal Command performances and even a Papal Knighthood, awarded for his services to charity. He is delighted to be headlining this special show at the Midlands’ home of variety, the Belgrade Theatre.
Joining Jimmy will be our regular Midday Variety host Andy Eastwood, with his dazzling array of instruments, and three great guest acts appearing at the Belgrade for the first time.
Mark Shortland is an award-winning magician who delivers his mind-boggling illusions with a generous helping of humour. Katie Lewis is a talented tapdancer whose inventive and breathtaking routines have gained her Tap About Town show a reputation for brilliance around the London area. Abba Vinyl are a duo who cruise the world’s oceans paying tribute to the leading ladies of Sweden’s greatest pop band. Mamma Mia, what a line-up!
Why not take advantage of our group rates and bring a party to enjoy this unmissable afternoon of top-class variety theatre?
Please note that the artists appearing may be subject to change.
Jimmy Cricket
Jimmy Cricket is without doubt a 1980s comedy icon. With his trademark wellington boots (on the wrong feet), his famous letters from his Mammy and his catchphrases of 'come closer' and 'there's more', he holds the hearts of all those that were original fans of his television and radio shows. Jimmy has lost none of his talent or energy and his theatre shows are as hilarious as ever, winning him new fans wherever he performs. Jimmy remains one of the few completely family friendly comedians currently on tour and has great pride in being regaled as having a truly clean act.
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Andy Eastwood
Andy Eastwood has dazzled audiences worldwide with his skill on the ukulele-banjo, violin and guitar. He combines showmanship, humour and musical prowess in a fast-moving variety act that includes styles from classical to rock & roll... Andy can usually be found touring Britain's major theatres, but if not there he will be performing his one-man show in cabaret, at corporate events, or on board a luxury cruise liner. He appeared regularly as support act for the legendary comedian Ken Dodd for sixteen years, and has television, radio and film credits to his name. As a producer, Andy presents the touring variety show 'Those Were The Days' and the popular matinee series 'Midday Variety' at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry. He also performs regularly on the ukulele festival circuit at home and abroad.
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Mark Shortland
Winner of the Ken Dodd Comedy Magic Award. A rising star who will leave you gasping in wonderment one moment, then gasping for breath the next, as he cracks you up with his jokes.
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Also Appearing
ABBA Vinyl, Tap About Town
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Coventry
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Belgrade Theatre
Belgrade Square
Coventry
CV1 1GS
- Website:
- belgrade.co.uk
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on Tue 16 September 2025