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January 2026 | Phonebox Magazine 15The Very Best of Frankie Valli and the Four SeasonsFri 20th February, Bedford Corn ExchangeStarring Peter Andre, this musical is back by popular demand. A spectacular, high energy celebration of the timeless music from one of the biggest-selling groups of all time. This nostalgic musical journey pays tribute to the life and career of those four boys from Jersey who began singing under a streetlamp.Matt Forde: Defying CalamityFri 20th February, The Stables, WavendonIn his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health. The topical and incisve comic and impersonator brings a captivating set of wit, satire and great impressions.Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2Sat 21st February, Castle Theatre, WellingboroughThe comedian is also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9am%u2026 it%u2019s fair to say the gloves are off. Legend: The Music of Bob MarleySun 22nd February, Milton Keynes TheatreUnforgettable evening celebrating the musical icon in one fantastic stage show. Combining Marley%u2019s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, a talented cast recreate the timeless hits such as Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love and No Woman No Cry.Sara Pascoe: I Am A Strange GloopWed 25th February, Milton Keynes TheatreHave you ever been awake in the middle of the night and thought something so smart and astute that you couldn%u2019t wait for the world to wake up so you could tell them? This show, from TV%u2019s Sara Pascoe is that thought. In that it doesn%u2019t make much sense and is a bit weird on reflection.The Mersey BeatlesSat 28th February, Castle Theatre, WellingboroughThe Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their authentic and acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo. The band clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool%u2019s legendary Cavern Club.Russell Howard: Don%u2019t Tell The AlgorithmSun 1st March, Milton Keynes TheatreAfter breaking records with sold-out shows across the globe, Russell Howard, described by the Sunday Times as %u2018one of the world%u2019s top comedians%u2019 is inviting you back into the room: no phones, no distractions, just humans and jokes in this brand new stand up tour for 2026.Lost in Music %u2013 One Night at the DiscoWed 4th March, Milton Keynes TheatreStep back into the era of glitter balls and groove %u2013 Lost in Music is back with a brand-new, high-energy show that%u2019s bigger, bolder, and more dazzling than ever! A spectacular night of non-stop disco anthems with a live band, powerhouse vocalists, and vibrant production to bring the magic of the 70s back to life. Totally TinaThu 5th March, The Stables, WavendonShake a tail feather with the UK%u2019s supreme Tina %u2013 Justine Riddoch %u2013 and her talented cast. This breath taking recreation of a live Tina concert celebrates the Queen of Rock%u2019n%u2019Roll%u2019s incredible songbook. She%u2019s supported by a fabulous band and dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds.The Anglia Comedy AllstarsThu 19th March, Bedford Corn ExchangeHilarious show returns to the Corn Exchange in March, with an amazing line-up featuring the hilarious Russell Kane, Josh Pugh, Nick Helm & Thanyia Moore. The show%u2019s stars have years of experience on TV and on stage as they bring their own unique takes on comedy.