10 Great Events at The Roses Theatre Tewkesbury – September 2026
The Roses Theatre Tewkesbury welcomes a packed September programme featuring live music, folk, comedy, spectacular tribute shows and a special production at Tewkesbury Abbey
Visitors can enjoy ten fantastic events throughout the month, with everything from traditional folk and classic rock & roll to the music of Simon & Garfunkel, Dolly Parton, ABBA, Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran.
September also brings acclaimed comedian Mark Watson to Tewkesbury, before the month ends with a very special theatre-in-the-round production of Pride & Prejudice inside the magnificent surroundings of Tewkesbury Abbey.
Events at The Roses Theatre Tewkesbury - September 2026
Holly Clarke with Anna Hughes at The Roses Theatre
Tuesday 1 September 2026
Traditional folk singer, guitarist and composer Holly Clarke brings old ballads and stories vividly to life through songs of folklore, the supernatural, love and loss.
Having performed alongside the likes of Nancy Kerr & James Fagan and Daoirí Farrell, Holly has established herself as a powerful voice on the folk scene. She will be joined for this performance by Anna Hughes.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story at The Roses Theatre
Thursday 3 September 2026
Following sold-out performances in London’s West End and tours around the world, The Simon & Garfunkel Story brings the lives, music and extraordinary career of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel to The Roses Theatre.
Featuring talented West End actor-musicians, a full live band, projection and archive imagery, the show journeys from the duo’s early days as Tom and Jerry through to global success and their famous 1981 Central Park reunion. Audiences can enjoy classics including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and The Sound of Silence.
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The Dolly Show at The Roses Theatre
Friday 4 September 2026
West End star Kelly O’Brien celebrates the music and personality of Dolly Parton in an acclaimed theatrical concert experience complete with live band.
Expect a journey through Dolly’s extraordinary musical legacy featuring favourites including Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, Coat of Many Colours and I Will Always Love You, alongside storytelling, laughter and Dolly’s signature warmth.
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From Gold To Rio at The Roses Theatre
Saturday 5 September 2026
Travel back to the New Romantic era as the greatest hits of Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran are brought together in one power-packed live show.
Featuring more than two hours of classics including Gold, Rio, True, The Reflex, Through The Barricades, Save A Prayer, Lifeline and Girls on Film, this nostalgic celebration promises plenty of unforgettable 80s favourites.
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Fire & Dust - The Woody Guthrie Story at The Roses Theatre
Thursday 17 September 2026
Acclaimed songwriter Reg Meuross brings Fire & Dust: A Woody Guthrie Story to The Roses with his full band, The Strike.
Combining songs with spoken narration, Reg leads audiences through Woody Guthrie’s life, legacy and radical spirit, exploring themes of justice, resilience, migration and hope. The exceptional ensemble includes Geraint Watkins, Phil Beer, Marion Fleetwood, Simon Edwards and Roy Dodds.
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Arrival: The Hits of ABBA at The Roses Theatre
Friday 18 September 2026
Celebrating 50 years since ABBA’s iconic Arrival album first lit up the charts, multi-award-winning Arrival - The Hits of ABBA returns with a brand-new production.
Sensational vocals, expert musicianship, dazzling costumes and interactive video projection accompany a hit-packed soundtrack featuring Waterloo, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, Mamma Mia, Voulez-Vous and Fernando.
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Rave On at The Roses Theatre
Saturday 19 September 2026
Rave On - The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience returns with a brand-new show celebrating two of the most revolutionary decades in rock and roll.
Featuring hits from Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Connie Francis, Little Richard, Roy Orbison, Lulu and The Beach Boys, the show combines authentic vintage costumes, colourful staging and talented performers from hit West End productions.
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Mark Watson: Before it Overtakes Us at The Roses Theatre
Friday 25 September 2026
Multi-award-winning comedian, Radio 4 favourite, Taskmaster star and Baby Reindeer actor Mark Watson returns with his latest frantic and fun-packed stand-up show.
A recent encounter with a stranger sent Mark pondering the uncertain future facing humanity, alongside equally pressing matters including the worst word he has ever said in public and the current state of the UK sausage industry.
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Julie July Band: The Sandy Denny Experience at The Roses Theatre
Saturday 26 September 2026
The Julie July Band celebrates the timeless music of legendary singer-songwriter Sandy Denny in an evening of folk-rock, beautiful melodies and captivating storytelling.
The show features classics including Who Knows Where the Time Goes, Fotheringay and Rising for the Moon, alongside the band’s own material inspired by the folk, rock and blues sounds of the 1960s and 70s.
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Classics in the Abbey: Pride & Prejudice
Tuesday 29 September – Saturday 3 October 2026
Jane Austen’s world comes thrillingly to life inside Tewkesbury Abbey with a witty, funny and fast-paced reimagining of Pride & Prejudice.
Following a sold-out run at Bath Abbey, four talented actors take on all the beloved – and ridiculous – characters in this theatre-in-the-round production. A special collaboration between The Roses, Tewkesbury Abbey and The Production Garden, audiences can expect romance, laughter and plenty of irreverent fun.
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With ten fantastic events spanning live music, folk, comedy, tribute shows and theatre, there are plenty of reasons to enjoy a night out at The Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury this September!
Pre-show Food and Refreshments at The Roses' Kitchen
Before your show, enjoy a delicious meal at The Roses’ Kitchen, open from 6.00pm before all live performances and event cinema.
Choose from a selection of charcuterie boards, small plates, and freshly prepared pizzas—perfect for a light bite before the entertainment begins.
How to Book: Email kitchen@rosestheatre.org with your preferred date, time, and party size.
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