The Royston Club and more – Unmissable music at William Aston Hall this November.

William Aston Hall has a huge line up of music taking place this November.

Enjoy stunning singing from The Fron Male Voice Choir as they present Voices of The Valley (11 Nov). This year marks a welcome return to William Aston Hall for their Remembrance Day performance. In its 76th year, the choir was formed to compete in the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, which it has done so successfully, winning the coveted Male Voice Trophy more times than any other choir. Over the years, The Fron has gained an enviable reputation as a concert choir with tours of North America and Europe as well as the UK. In recent years the choir has also found success in the recording world, selling well over a million copies of its Voices of the Valley series of albums, and many television appearances.

Wrexham Symphony Orchestra bring a programme of works with special meaning for remembrance of the victims of war and oppression in their concert Beyond Borders (12 Nov). Soviet Russian composer Shostakovich’s Symphony no. 10 was written in 1953 and its second movement is, it is said, intended as a musical portrait of Stalin. Elgar’s Cello Concerto is a cornerstone of the solo cello repertoire and was rated as the best classical piece written in the 20th century. Conducted by Bedwyn Lloyd Phillips and including soloist performer Urszula Krukowska-Byzdra the programme will include Elgar Cello Concerto, Shostakovich Symphony no. 10 and Bohuslav Martinů Memorial to Lidice.

The Ultimate Queen tribute, Mercury (16 Nov) comes to William Aston Hall. Established as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Freddie Mercury and the legendary Queen, they are back on the road in 2023 – exactly 50 years after Queen released their debut album. Expect all the classic and most popular hits, this award – winning, dynamic stage show has been wowing audiences across the world with its spectacular costumes and world class production for over two decades.

The Škampa Quartet (19 Nov) is among the very finest of an outstanding group of current Czech string quartets that has represented their country in major Concert Halls around the world for 25 years. The programme with include Mozart- Quartet K.575, Borodin- Quartet in D No 2 and Dvorak- Quartet in F Op 96 “American”. Performers include Petra Brabcová- Violin, Adéla Štajnochrová- Violin, Martin Stupka- Viola and Lukas Polak- Violoncello.

Hailing from Wrexham The Royston Club (25 Nov) need no introduction. Returning for their biggest ever hometown show in celebration of the release of their debut album, Shaking Hips and Crashing Cars. The band consists of Tom Faithfull (rhythm guitar, lead vocals), Ben Matthias (lead guitar, backup vocals, main songwriter), Dave Tute (bass guitar, backup vocals), and Sam Jones (drums). Since their formation on 2017, The Royston Club have released two EPs, six singles and embarked on two UK-wide tours. Shaking Hips and Crashing Cars marks their debut album and third UK tour. This event is presented by Focus Wales.

Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles (30 Nov) come to Wrexham with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, New Kid in Town, Life in The Fast Lane and many more. Illegal Eagles have established themselves not only as the ultimate celebration of The Eagles, but as one of the foremost authentic and talented shows in the world.

For more information or to book any of the shows at William Aston Hall, Wrexham please visit www.williamastonwrexham.com or by calling the Theatr Clwyd box office on 01352 344101.

 Full Upcoming Listings

Do you believe in ghosts – A Haunting Night at The Theatre – 9 Nov
The Fron Male Voice Choir – Voices Of The Valley – 11 Nov
WSO: Beyond Borders – 12 Nov
Gary In Punderland – 14 Nov
Mercury – 16 Nov
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time – 17 Nov
The Makings Of A Murderer – 18 Nov
Škampa Quartet – 19 Nov
An Evening with Paul Mullin – 20 nov
The Royston Club – 25 Nov
William Aston Comedy Club – 26 Nov
The Illegal Eagles – 30 Nov
Sweet – Full Circle Tour – 1 Dec
Cabarela – 9 Dec
WSO: Christmas with WSO – 10 Dec
Pinocchio – 13-17 Dec
Taith Nadolig Cyw – 19-20 Dec
Welsh of the West End at Christmas – 21 Dec
East 17 at Christmas – 23 Dec

2024
Country Superstars – 12 Jan
Adult Panto: Beauty & The Big Beast – 14 Jan 2024
Bye Bye Baby – 18 Jan
Crooners – 2 Feb
Stewart Lee: Basic Lee – 4 Feb
UB40 The Legacy – 22 Feb
What’s love got to do with it? – 24 Feb
WSO: Italy and the Eternal City – 25 Feb
Frankie Boyle – 3 Mar
Fairport Convention – 5 Mar
Fascinating Aida The 40th Anniversary Show! – 7 Mar
The Story of Guitar Heroes – 8 Mar
Awake my soul: The Mumford & Sons Story – 10 Mar
Irish Annie’s – 11 Mar
Mid Wales Opera: Verdi’s Macbeth – 12 Mar
Something About George – 16 Mar
Ben Fogle: Wild – 12 Mar
Sing The Musicals – 30 Mar
Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous – 2 Apr
The Mersey Beatles 2024 – 5 Apr
Magic of Motown – 6 Apr
Steve Harley – 11 Apr
Dreamcoat Stars – 12 Apr
Welsh Wrestling – 13 Apr
Celebrating 60 Years of Dame Shirley Bassey & Sir Tom Jones – 19 Apr
Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years – 20 Apr
King of Pop starring Navi & Jennifer Batten – 21 Apr
RUSH: A joyous Jamaican Journey – 27 Apr
Taylormania – 28 Apr
WSO: Bohemian Nights – 4 May
Tom Davis: Underdog – 5 May
A Country Night in Nashville – 11 May
I Like It – The Ultimate Tribute To Swingin’ Sixties – 18 May
The Diana Ross Story – 24 May
Coldplace: A Tribute To Coldplay – 26 May
Paul Smith – Pablo – 7 June
Tommy Blaize – 14 June
WSO: Music from Home – 20 Jul
An Evening With John’s Boys – 28 Sept
Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit – 11 Oct
Aled Jones: Full Circle – 24 Oct
80s Live – 16 Nov