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Glossier than Amber Topaz’s lip gloss, hotter than Piff the Magic Dragon’s breath, as glittering as Slinky Sparkles’ golden cape, more eye-popping than Kalki Hula Girl’s stage show. . .

The official 2011-2012 An Evening of Burlesque show programme is now hot off the printing presses. Packed full of pictures of the performers and including an authoritative history of the art of burlesque, it’s 36 sizzling, full-colour pages of glamour, glitz and fun, fun, fun.

Piff the Magic Dragon’s career is on fire. . .

Star of last year’s Edinburgh Festival, Piff the Magic Dragon has seen his burning desire to become more famous than his “cousin” Puff begin to become a reality.

This year he was crowned the Magic Circle’s Close-up Magician of the Year.

Previously best known for being the world’s grumpiest dragon, Piff – played by comedy magician Jon van der Put – has become an overnight sensation after appearing on Penn and Teller’s prime time television show Fool Us, compered by Jonathan Ross.

Piff’s celebrated routine features as part of the eagerly anticipated performance of An Evening of Burlesque, coming to town in the next few days. The colourful production is currently on a nationwide tour of the UK’s top theatres and concert halls.

John presents his straight-faced comedy routine dressed as Piff – a cute, if somewhat sombre, green dragon.

An Evening of Bulrlesque features music and song, comedy and magic, hula dancing and even a talented classical pianist. . .

“Traditionally, burlesque has been a variety show; and we’re bringing this fascinating art form back to life in its original format, adding a modern day twist,” says show producer Michael Taylor.

When not starring in An Evening of Burlesque, John supports the likes of comedy stars Simon Amstell, Stephen Merchant and Jessica Hynes in London’s West End.

“An Evening of Burlesque sees Piff the Magic Dragon deliver an hilarious routine more deadpan than Jack Dee, with sleight-of-hand quicker than Penn and Teller,” says Michael Taylor.

Watch the video below as it’s an ideal taster of what to expect at any of the forthcoming An Evening of Burlesque shows.

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· Matthew Jenkin talks to burlesque star Chrys Columbine whose piano striptease is set to have pulses racing at the Orchard.

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Please see below for a recent review from The Cambridge News regarding our newest show An Evening of Burlesque:

“Tassel-tastic entertainment”

“Who’d have thought there were enough pauses in Chopin’s Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor to play it and simultaneously - and decadently - undress?”

“Ginger Blush captured the true spirit of burlesque with a comic twist on a Victorian theme”

“Kalki Hula Girl. . . a tour de force of comedy, attitude and supreme talent”

“A celebration of the colour, quirkiness and fun in life, with a whole lot of booty-shaking thrown in”

Emma Harpley, Cambridge News

For full review by the Cambridge News please click on following link - http://www.cambridge-news.co.uk/Entertainment/Live-Reviews/An-Evening-of-Burlesque-31052011.htm

Stars of TV’s X Factor, The Reason 4 are on the brink of becoming the latest huge pop sensation. And thousands of music fans will get to see them perform their debut single, Take It All, live for the first time as the group support Peter Andre at Fontwell Park on July 2…..

The quartet appeared on The X Factor in 2010, progressing as far as the judge’s houses stage of the competition. Since then, Glenn, Marc, Nate and Scott have signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV and a record deal with Far West Music. Their first single is released on August 7 and is tipped to be a top 20 hit.

“Bridging the gap between JLS and Take That, the group put an unconventional spin on the ‘manband’ genre,” says the Fontwell concert’s promoter Michael Taylor. “Obviously, the big buzz for our event is Peter Andre’s appearance, but there’s a huge interest in The Reason 4 also. We’ve been deluged with requests from fans to meet them in person.”

A crowd of in excess of up to 10,000 has been anticipated for the open-air concert at Fontwell Park Racecourse, near Arundel.

The Reason 4 are currently writing and recording their debut album with Eliot Kennedy – a songwriter and producer for Take That, Bryan Adams, Celine Dion, Boyzone, Blue and many others – and Andrew Murray, who lists songs by Christina Aguilera, Natasha Bedingfield, Leona Lewis and Alicia Keys among his credits. Their support slot with Peter Andre will give their fans a first chance to hear songs from their debut album which follows hot on the heels of the single release.

The Daily Mail have called the guys X Factor’s “eye candy” with “original harmonies and no cheesy choreography”. OK! Magazine was “not quite prepared for the gorgeousness that is The Reason 4” while X Factor supremo Simon Cowell labelled them as “one of his favourite groups this year”.

“Everyone saw them storm their first audition on X Factor with an a cappella rendition of Cheryl Cole’s Fight for This Love,” says Michael.

“Their set is tipped to demonstrate that The Reason 4 are far more than just another manufactured boy band. And to do so in spectacular style. They provide a brand-new dimension to male harmony bands.”

The foursome are long-time friends. They met at school 13 years ago and list The Script, Michael Jackson, Justin Timberlake and Stevie Wonder among their major influences.

“We believe that we came together for a reason,” says Glenn. “That’s why I came up with the name The Reason 4, because everything happens for a reason.”

See the band’s X Factor audition: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0C9VDajnB1E

PETER ANDRE IN CONCERT
Support: The Reason 4 & Paradise Point
Saturday, July 2, 2011 ~ Gates 5pm, music 7pm
Fontwell Park Racecourse, Fontwell, Nr Arundel, West Sussex BN18 0SX
Telephone: 01243 543335 Website: www.fontwellpark.co.uk

Everyone in the Magic of Motown production team is hard at work preparing for the extra-special Arena Show scheduled for this Autumn on the 26^th November at the Brighton Centre.

The Brighton Centre is situated on the beachfront looking out across the channel and is one of the largest purpose-built concert, conference and exhibition centres in the south of England.

The Magic of Motown is still one of the hardest working shows in the business, racking up more dates than any other show of its kind in this genre. With more and more planned in terms of Arena Concerts the Magic of Motown brand continues to develop and the push boundaries.

For more information or to book this show for your venue or event please call the easytheatres team on 01702 427 100.

Next month on Saturday 2^nd July the cast of our Thank You For The music show hope to bring the sunshine with them as they return from their latest tour of Brazil to perfrom at National Trust venue Polesden Lacy.

The concert will be a fun-packed evening set in the magnificent surroundings of this Edwardian country estate which is located on the North Downs at Great Bookham, near Dorking, Surrey, England. It is owned and run by the National Trust and is one of the Trust’s most popular properties.

There are extensive grounds, a walled rose garden, lawns and landscape walks through part of the estate of 1,400 acres (5.6 square kilometres).This stunning live concert show features million-selling ABBA hits Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Waterloo and scores more.

In addition to an authentic live tribute to ABBA, Thank You for the Music also features show stealers Bee Gees Magic. The trio, backed by a live band, perform original Bee Gees’ hits like Staying Alive, Massachusetts, Night Fever and How Deep is Your Love as well as million-sellers penned for other artists by the Bee Gees including Islands in the Stream, Heartbreaker and Chain Reaction.

For more information or to book tickets please CLICK HERE.To book this show for your venue or event please call the easytheatres team on 01702 427 100.

Last month our Buddy Holly show visited the prestigious Royal Concert Hall Glasgow for the second time on this year’s Scottish tour.

Despite the recession ticket sales were up and with a push from both marketing teams we managed to successfully sell out the 2000 capacity venue.

The Buddy Holly – A Legend Reborn Show is an authentic slice of rock ’n’ roll nostalgia that ensures Buddy’s incredible legacy of unforgettable hit songs lives on.

This fantastic production can also feature fellow legends from the same era and continues to gain more and more dates every year.

If you are interested in booking this show for your venue why not call us today on 01702 427 100 and we can inform you of recent ticket sales and much more about this popular production.

A new video available from the tribute show The “Diva Domination” Click here to view.

Brand new video footage available from our newest show AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE recorded at the Cliffs Pavilion. Click here to view.