Back in February the hubby and I went along to Milton Keynes Stables to see a performance of ‘Crooners’

I had bought two tickets with some money that my mum had given us. I had chosen the performance totally off the cuff; I didn’t know anything about the show, but knew we both loved the music featured in it.

Putting on the Ritz

Little did I know that it was actually  comedic performance with amazing vocals from Mark Halliday, Roman Marek and Jim Whitley who have all starred in the West End!

We were in the front row and absolutely loved every minute of the show. We were lucky enough to meet the stars of the shown after the performance.

With the Stars of the Show

I have to say, it was probably one of the best stage shows I have every had the privilege of seeing; and I have seen a lot of West End shows!

Anyway, as I said in my previous review, I spotted that it was playing at our local theatre; The Lighthouse in Kettering.

Now, there are a couple of wonderful ladies that I have met through the vintage scene and had a few adventures with, Dawn and Annette. I thought they would enjoy the show and so I  messaged them to see if they and their wonderful husbands, Andy and Adam fancied going.

Annette, Dawn and Theodore the Baba

After a discussion we decided that we would make it  ladies night. A chance to put on our gladrags and make an evening of it.

We decided that we would go for dinner first, then head to the theatre for the show.

Choosing the Kino Lounge, we headed there for 1730 as I picked Annette up on the way. The Kino Lounge is a chain of bar restaurants and I love them as they have a great range of food and drink and are also Dog friendly, which means I can take Theodore with me when I usually go.

Kino Lounge Selfie

In this case, he was left at home and Dawn, Annette and I went alone.

Watermelon Ice tea is always my choice in there and as I was driving I would always have soft drinks.

I decided on Eggs Benedict and Halloumi Sticks for dinner, Annette went with Fishcakes with Poached Eggs and Dawn chose a Salad with Goats Cheese.

We had a  lovely time chatting and catching up over some great food. Soon it was time to head to the theatre and get seated.

Our seats were in the third row, which meant we had a good view.

Cheese!

I have to admit to being a little nervous due to the fact that I had recommended this to Annette and Dawn and I wasn’t sure what I would do if they thought it was a bit rubbish!

Thankfully I didn’t have to worry too much about it as within 10 minutes they were both laughing their heads off.

Stage ready

The show was as great as the first time I saw it. In fact I would probably go as far as to say that it was even better!

Glancing across at my friends, I could see they were wiping tears of laughter out of their eyes. It clearly was going down very well.

The stars themselves

To be fair, it seemed like the whole audience was loving what they were seeing; the slapstick comedy, great music and even better performers.

The Mini Big Band was on top form as always and we were all swaying and singing along with the music.

Still looks like my Brother in Law

I have to say that it was a bit disappointing to see half the auditorium was empty. People really had missed out on probably the best night out that Kettering had ever seen!

Either way we loved it. Annette and Dawn were giggling in their seats and Dawn commented that her cheeks hurt from so much laughing.

The night ended with a wonderful finale and we gathered our belongings and went out to the foyer to meet the stars of the show.

Queuing up we chatted with Mark first and I commented on how I had loved the show in Milton Keynes and got my two friends to come.  He seemed to like the idea and said we all kept getting two people to come they would be selling out stadiums in about a year!

It was then the Jim Whitley spotted our group and then recognised me. I say this as he came over and gave me a big hug and said it was good to see me again.

Strike a Pose

What an honour!

I picked up a copy of their CD which has 21 different tracks on it and the gentlemen were more than happy to sign the back of the case.

Literally a great listen!

All too soon it was over and time to head for home. Dropping Annette off at her house, I turned the car round and headed off for my house.

A glass of wine was waiting with my name on it!

Of course, before that I want to thank The Cast of Crooners, the band and the Lighthouse Theatre for another out of this World night!

In fact, I can’t wait to go and see it again.

Till then,

SPSG xxx