Musical performances at The Palace Theatre, Newark signal the soundtrack to summer

Councillor Rowan Cozens, Portfolio Holder for Heritage, Culture and The Arts, said:
“During June we have tributes to all the musical greats from Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Fleetwood Mac, Simon and Garfunkel, and The Four Tops to name but a few. If you are looking for a great night out, look no further than The Palace Theatre.”

The Simon and Garfunkel Story will open the month on 1 June, featuring film footage as well as the full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia and the iconic Bridge Over Troubled Water! Then the incredible Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, a band personally endorsed by founder of the band, Mick Fleetwood, will captivate audiences in Newark on Wednesday, 5 June. This show offers the chance to be reacquainted with the band that brought you Dreams, The Chain and other classics. Come along and experience a night to remember.

Encapsulating the sound of the sixties and seventies, Frankie - The Concert is heading to the Palace Theatre, where a spectacular eight-piece band will pay tribute to the outstanding career of Frankie Valli on Friday, 7 June.

Love Hurts, from the producers of Anything for Love and Vampires Rock, this brand-new show featuring over 25 epic Power Ballads and Anthems, will take you on a nostalgic ride on Saturday, 8 June. Enjoy the night of your life, with tracks from Queen, Heart, Whitesnake, Billy Idol, Aerosmith, Tina Turner and Van Halen.

There’s something in the air on Friday, 14 June, as Genesis Connected will take over the Palace stage and perform some of the music from Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike and the Mechanics, the frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist but a truly gifted drummer, just like Phil Collins.

Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s American Four Tops show has been travelling internationally and will arrive at the Palace Theatre bringing sweet soul music and the Motown magic to Newark on Saturday, 15 June.

While on Tuesday, 18 June, the legendary Albert Lee who has worked alongside Eric Clapton will be bringing his guitar to Newark for an evening of unforgettable entertainment.

June’s musical rollercoaster continues as Newark’s audiences are invited to The Get It On Glam Rock Show on Thursday, 20 June. You’ll soon be dancing to all the hits from the Bay City Rollers, T-Rex, Mud, Slade, Bowie and Wizard.

Hold on to your seats because That’ll be The Day icons Trevor Payne and Gary Anderson will also be embarking on their first solo tour in 2024 in an Evening with Trevor and Gary. This dynamic duo will present an evening of tales with a splash of rock and roll on Friday, 21 June.

The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular, brought to you by The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK will perform numbers from Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman and Count Basie plus songs made famous by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Get your tickets for Sunday, 23 June.

Finally, The Time of Our Lives rounds off a spectacular musical month with a cocktail of the best eighties throwbacks from Club Tropicana, Rio to Relax on Saturday, 29 June.

So, if you want to enjoy a summer of music, head to The Palace website where you can buy a ticket to one of these incredible shows Palace Theatre, Newark (palacenewark.com) Tickets are also available via the Palace Theatre website or by calling 01636 655755.