“An explosion of fabulous excess”

Rolling Stone wasn’t wrong when they described The Cher Show as “an explosion of fabulous excess that survives against all odds under the weight of all its sequins.”

Cher – the iconic singer, actress, and trailblazer – has spent decades dazzling the world with her voice, resilience, and fearless stage presence. Her life story, told through this high-energy jukebox musical, is far from ordinary. From heartbreak and dyslexia to global superstardom, The Cher Show is a powerful reminder that things aren’t always as they seem — and that perseverance can shine brighter than glitter.

The Culture Calendar Ladies Social Group travelled in comfort on a luxury coach trip from Southport, Ormskirk, Maghull and Skelmersdale to the Manchester Opera House, with hours of leisure time before the show.

The evening performance was a riot of colour, sequins, and beloved hits — including “Believe,” “Just Like Jesse James,” “Not Enough Love,” and “Strong Enough.”

Thanks to our fantastic stalls seats, we danced in the aisles as the theatre rocked with energy. And in a fun twist, just when the ushers had finished telling people to put phones away, the cast invited everyone to record the final number — cue a sea of phones and beaming faces.

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