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MANBand the story

22 - 23 Oct 2026

MANBand the story

by Bloomin' Good Productions

“Dreams - We all have them”.

Set in everyone’s favourite pub, events take a turn when one of the regulars sits in the wrong seat and for once they all have to talk to each other.  Musical dreams discussed and dissected , Kev, Bas, Eric and Frank are too old to form a Boyband. But what about a MANBand?

Adapted from the acclaimed production MANBand the Musical, this show is an uplifting feel–good story in word and song . They hope for one last shot at fame and fortune,  sending women wild with their sensible haircuts and cuddly physiques. But the path to success is a tricky one. Will arguments, arrogance and egos bring it all crashing down or is it never too late to live out your dreams.

Following The Musical Production audiences and critics said;

“Didn’t stop smiling from start to finish and the songs are sublime”  

“The audience is left hoping that MANBand – the Band will live on. MANBand the musical deserves the same”

“Its a feel-good show thats warm and witty – Deliciously Bonkers”

Book by Tim Baker
Music by Pete and Jo Hanlon
Directed by Beverley J Bakerunknown node

Cast:
Tim Baker
Richard Douglas
Richard Taylor
Richard Benjamin
Wendy Brown
SM - Dea Paradisos
ASM - Alison Vernon

Date & Time: Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd October @8:30pm

Running Time: 75 min

Content warnings: 12+, minor swearing

Latecomers may not be admitted. ​Ticket purchases are non refundable.

Concession prices apply to students; under 18s; pensioners; those on disability and unemployment benefits; Equity, BECTU & SDUK members.

The Bread & Roses Theatre is an unfunded venue that continues to operate on ticket sales only. Donations help support independent arts and theatremakers, an essential step in preserving the future of fringe theatre. 

Venue: Golden Goose Theatre

The Golden Goose is a fully air-conditioned, 85-seat theatre and is near Oval Tube close to the heart of Camberwell.  The theatre was founded by Michael Kingsbury in 2020 and exists as a creative hub for artists to make all kinds of theatrical experiences. Since opening, we have hosted multi-Offie-winning company Out Of The Forest Theatre, Fringe-First winner Chris Larner, and a new horror company featuring new work by Olivier award-winning Morgan Lloyd Malcolm & Abi Zakarian. Chewboy Productions' "DJ Bazzer's Year 6 Disco" won an Offie for its run at the Golden Goose in 2021. Founder Michael Kingsbury was awarded ‘Outstanding Contribution To Pub Theatre’ by London Pub Theatre’s.

Theatre: Capacity 85, full rig, lighting desk and sound system available.

Perfect for: Theatre, musicals, cabaret and new-writing.

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