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Charles & Diana: The Reunion Tour

By Tracey Collins and Russell Lucas

The double act that defined a decade reunites for your pleasure.

Join Charles and Di for a musical cruise through the cultural commonwealth of the eighties as they revisit that time when life was tough but the music was brave.

With music from Ultravox to Madness, from Billy Idol to Yazoo, Charles and Di will take you on a journey back to that decade of decadence and woe. So, charge your cocktails one more time, throw on some pastels, and backcomb one’s hair.

Yes, the world’s greatest pop duo is back!

Tracey Collins, the character comedy actress behind Audrey Heartburn, Elvis Lesley, and Shell Suit Cher, and Russell Lucas, co-creator of An Evening Without Kate Bush and from The Bobby Kennedy Experience, team up to bring this right royal 80s knees up to your venue.

The Performers

Tracey Collins:

Tracey Collins is a London based character comedian, singer and writer. Currently touring venues across the UK with her character comedy creations ‘Shell Suit Cher’ ‘Elvis Lesley’ and ‘Audrey Heartburn’. Tracey has produced and performed three solo shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe including Tina T’urner Tea Lady & Friends. Her debut short film ’Tina and Peter’ made with Adam McNicol was screened at the BFI. She is currently filming two new short films set for release in 2024.

Russell Lucas:

Russell is a London-based artist who creates work for the theatre. His projects range from his one man show ‘The Bobby Kennedy Experience’, to co-producing and directing the ‘Theatremakers’ series for Digital Theatre+. He directed the global smash-hit ‘Julie Madly Deeply’ and the UK premieres of ‘The Fat Man’s Wife’ by Tennessee Williams and ‘The Understudy’ by Theresa Rebeck. He has been in the theatre all of his life and now runs an online channel where he talks to artists about making a long career in the arts. His new book ‘300 Thoughts For Theatremakers’ is out now with Nick Hern books.

Parking & Access

Parking

There are a number of Blue Badge parking spaces nearby on Beaumont Street, and more on New Inn Hall Street and St Giles.

The closest car park is Gloucester Green Car Park, accessed via Gloucester Street.

If you have any questions or concerns, the City Council’s Access Officer can be reached at 01865 249811.

Getting here

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Access

Disabled patrons are eligible for one free companion ticket with their booking. To book this, contact the ticket office: tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk or 01865 263990.

There are two entrances to the Old Fire Station: 40 George Street via the foyer, and on Gloucester Green via the shop. Both are step-free. If you are coming to a show, we ask that you use the George Street entrance, as the Gloucester Green entrance is not always open.

Events in the Theatre

There is level entry to the foyer of the Old Fire Station, and step-free access to the main Theatre (where most shows take place).

If you are a wheelchair user attending a sit-down show, space will be reserved for you. If you are attending a standing gig, please contact us (call the ticket office on 01865 263990 or e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk) and we will talk with you about your needs.

Events in the Studio

There is level entry into the foyer of the Old Fire Station, and step-free access to the Studio.

Events in the Loft

There are six steps leading up to the Loft space, with no lift. If you would like to discuss this to find out more, please get in touch.

The Gallery

There is step-free access to the Gallery – level entry through the George Street entrance, and via lift from the Gloucester Green entrance.

Facilities

Accessible toilet
There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor, accessible via platform lift. Other toilets are in the basement (accessible via lift).

Hearing assistance system
The Theatre is equipped with a hearing assistance system. If you have any questions about using it, please e-mail us at tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk or phone 01865 263980.

Assistance dogs
All types of assistance and guide dogs are welcome at the Old Fire Station. It would be great if you could let us know in advance if you will be bringing a working dog to any performances – just e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk.

Strobe lighting
We will warn visitors on the website and in the foyer of the venue if a performance is going to contain strobe lighting. If lighting affects you, and you have any concerns, please call the ticket office on 01865 263990 or e-mail tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk.

Chairs in the theatre
Our chairs are a standard dining-chair size, measuring 40cm deep by 37cm wide, with a metal frame. Some have arms, and some do not. They are all joined together at the sides, to form rows. If this is likely to pose a problem for you, please email tickets@oldfirestation.org.uk and we can discuss how to make your visit more comfortable.