Kick Up the 80’s – Live at Tamworth Assembly Rooms

Kick Up the 80’s – Live at Tamworth Assembly Rooms

Dig out those dancing shoes and get ready for a spectacular journey back to the decade of big hair, unforgettable fashion and some of the greatest pop and rock anthems ever recorded!

On Saturday 21 November 2026, Kick Up the 80’s bring their legendary live show to Tamworth Assembly Rooms for an evening packed with music, nostalgia and non-stop eighties entertainment.

The Ultimate Eighties Party Night

Established in 1999, Kick Up the 80’s are one of the UK’s longest-running live tribute acts dedicated to the incredible music of the 1980s.

With outstanding musicianship, energetic performances, costume changes and plenty of audience participation, the band recreates the excitement of a decade that transformed popular music.

From New Romantic classics and electronic dance anthems to rock favourites and ska, there’s something for every eighties music fan.

Relive the Soundtrack of the Eighties

The band’s extensive repertoire celebrates legendary artists including:

  • Duran Duran
  • Simple Minds
  • Depeche Mode
  • The Human League
  • Bon Jovi
  • Madness
  • The Jam
  • Wham!
  • Culture Club
  • Adam and the Ants

Expect familiar melodies, irresistible rhythms and plenty of opportunities to sing along and dance the night away.

A Band with an Impressive History

Kick Up the 80’s have been entertaining audiences for more than two decades, earning a reputation for lively performances and memorable party nights.

Over the years, they have appeared alongside genuine eighties stars including ABC, Go West, Bad Manners and Limahl of Kajagoogoo fame.

Their shows combine live music, humour, theatrical touches and an infectious party atmosphere.

Part of Assembly Amplified

The concert forms part of Tamworth Assembly Rooms’ Assembly Amplified series, transforming the historic theatre into a lively standing music venue.

Limited balcony seating is also available for those who prefer a seated concert experience.

Whether you were dancing through the eighties the first time around or simply love the decade’s wonderful music, this promises to be a fantastic night out.

So gather your friends, embrace the eighties spirit and prepare to kick up your heels in Tamworth!

Event Details

Date: Saturday 21 November 2026

Start Time: 7:30pm

Venue: Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN

Tickets: £25

Booking Fee: £3 per transaction

Seating: Standing performance with limited balcony seating

Category: Live Music / Tribute Shows / Eighties Music

Booking Information

Tickets and further details are available through the official Tamworth Assembly Rooms website.

https://www.tamworthassemblyrooms.co.uk/whats-on

Too Much Too Young – The Music of 2Tone & Beyond

Too Much Too Young – The Music of 2Tone & Beyond

Get ready for a night of infectious rhythms, irresistible energy and the unforgettable sounds of ska and 2 Tone!

Too Much Too Young – The Music of 2Tone & Beyond brings a spectacular celebration of ska music to the Lichfield Garrick.

Take a musical journey from the roots of Jamaican ska through to the British 2 Tone explosion of the late 1970s and 1980s, when a new generation of musicians brought this distinctive sound into the charts.

Featuring a fantastic live band, a full brass section, talented performers and striking digital visuals, this high-energy production celebrates the music and style of an unforgettable era.

Relive the sounds of legendary bands including The Specials, Madness, The Beat, Bad Manners and The Selecter, in a show packed with nostalgia, rhythm and atmosphere.

Endorsed by Lynval Golding of The Specials and Neol Davies of The Selecter, the production promises an authentic celebration of the music that brought people together and continues to inspire audiences today.

Whether you remember the original 2 Tone movement or are discovering its music for the first time, this is an evening guaranteed to get your feet tapping!

Event Details

Date: Thursday 28 January 2027

Time: 7:30pm

Venue: Lichfield Garrick – Main Auditorium

Tickets: £33.50

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes, including a 20-minute interval

Age Guidance: Parental guidance

Genre: Live Music / Ska / 2 Tone

Booking Information

Book directly through the Lichfield Garrick.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/too-much-too-young

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