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Best Shows in October 2024

Chicago at Milton Keynes Theatre

Chicago

Start the car, I know a whoopie spot - Chicago is back! Join Roxie and her merry murderesses as they battle for fame and freedom in this satirical look at the world of celebrity and justice. Set in the roaring twenties, Chicago has everything you want from a musical, sex, murder, and good old razzle-dazzle that has you intoxicated from start to finish.

101 Dalmatians at Milton Keynes Theatre

101 Dalmatians

The rollicking animal adventure 101 Dalmatians is going on tour! Based on the classic children's story by English novelist Dodie Smith, the reimagined version of the 2022 Regent's Park production will feature book by Johnny McKnight, stage adapted by award-winning playwright Zinnie Harris and music is by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge.

An Officer and a Gentleman at Milton Keynes Theatre

An Officer and a Gentleman

Get ready to go back to the '80s as the iconic movie is translated for the stage in this brand-new musical from Tony-winner Dick Scanlan. A love story that delves into the hopes and dreams of a young Navy Officer Candidate Zack and his burgeoning romance with local girl Paula, expect a stunning theatrical experience that'll sweep you up where you belong!

Awful Auntie at Milton Keynes Theatre

Awful Auntie

David Walliams' seventh sensational page-turner comes to life on stage in this brand-new production from The Birmingham Stage Company. Following on from the success of their brilliant adaptations of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Awful Auntie is set to be another rollercoaster romp. Set in 1933, join Stella Saxby, the newly orphaned heir to Saxby Hall, as she pits her wits against her titular Awful Auntie Alberta, who'll stop at nothing to steal Stella's inheritance!

Jane McDonald at Milton Keynes Theatre

Jane McDonald

One of the UK's best-loved entertainers, Jane McDonald first captured the nation's hearts with a role on the BBC 1 docusoap The Cruise in the late 90s. After the release of her eponymous debut album in 1998, she began carving out a mainstream showbiz career with appearances as a special guest on the National Lottery, a presenter on Loose Women, and the star of the 2017 travel series Cruising With Jane McDonald, which won Jane her first BAFTA.

Steve Backshall at Milton Keynes Theatre

Steve Backshall

Popular British explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall MBE has journeyed into the depths of our planet's oceans and now invites you to join him! The BBC's Deadly 60 host brings the wonders of the sea to life in this live, awe-inspiring exploration of the deep, serving as a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary beauty and existential importance of our oceans.

MANIA - The Abba Tribute at Milton Keynes Theatre

MANIA - The Abba Tribute

It's time to smarten up your spandex and polish those platforms for the biggest ABBA party as it heads out on a new UK tour this year. One of the world's most respected tributes, MANIA is the way to experience the hits of the chart-toppers - presented as a glorious concert that'll take you all the way down memory lane. So, get ready to thank them for the music and join fans old and young for this unforgettable celebration of the one and only ABBA!

The Australian Pink Floyd at Milton Keynes Theatre

The Australian Pink Floyd

It may come as a surprise to learn that Australian Pink Floyd is one of the most in-demand touring bands of the moment, so good at what they do that it is said that even David Gilmour asked them to play at his 50th Birthday bash. This is no small tribute act, but a high-octane audio-visual exploration of the music of Pink Floyd featuring highly skilled musicians and a lighting show that's second to none.