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✨ The Music of Motown at Christmas – The Candlelight Concert ✨ Step into a winter wonderland of soulful magic as the timeless hits of Motown are brought to life in this spectacular candlelit Christmas celebration. Set against the warm glow of flickering candlelight, this amazing concert promises an unforgettable night of music and holiday spirit. Be swept away by the unmistakable sound of Motown as world-class singers and an incredible live band take to the stage, performing all the greatest hits from legendary artists such as The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Four Tops, Diana Ross, Gladys Knight & many more. With soaring vocals, lush harmonies and the irresistible rhythms that defined a generation, this show will have you clapping, dancing and singing along from start to finish. From the uplifting energy of dancefloor anthems to the heart-warming soul classics that touch the spirit, every song is delivered with passion and festive flair. Whether you’re reliving treasured memories or discovering these iconic songs for the first time, this is the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. So gather your friends and loved ones, dress up for a night…

Enjoy an exceptional candlelight concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of Shrewsbury Abbey.  Celebrate the season with Vivaldi's iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you've never heard it before. This vivid and revolutionary work captures the changing moods of the year, while a carefully chosen programme of festive favourites and classical masterpieces—including Corelli's beloved Christmas Concerto, Pachelbel's Canon in D, Elgar's Nimrod, Tchaikovsky's enchanting Sleeping Beauty Waltz and Strauss's sparkling Blue Danube—creates the perfect soundtrack for a magical winter evening. Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta and a leading violin soloist to be announced, this special Christmas concert promises an evening of elegance, inspiration and festive charm. With over 200 performances each year, the ensemble—featuring some of the UK's finest classical talent—has become a beloved presence on the British music scene, renowned for its sparkling interpretations of the baroque, classical and early romantic repertoire. "Stunning" – Classic FM Featuring The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Programme Pachelbel – Canon in D Corelli – Christmas Concerto Elgar – Nimrod from Enigma Variations Tchaikovsky – Sleeping Beauty Waltz Strauss – The Blue Danube Vivaldi – The Four Seasons Join us for a heart-warming musical celebration that truly captures the spirit of…

Nadia voice and personality are incredible, so it's no surprise her shows at the Abbey are always popular. Christmas at the Musicals is bound to put you in the Christmas mood. Suitable for all ages.

Bublé Christmas By Candlelight comes to Shrewsbury Abbey! Thursday 17th December 2026 at: Show 1: Doors 3:00pm | Show 3:30pm - 4:45pm Show 2: Doors 5:45pm | Show 6:15pm - 7:30pm Show 3: Doors 8:00pm | Show 8:30pm - 9:45pm Licensed bar & Coffee and cake bar Featuring a spectacular live big band and the UK’s number one Michael Bublé tribute act, join us for an unforgettable evening of Christmas hits, made famous by the one and only Michael Bublé! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, with this ultimate feel good, sing-along concert, guaranteed to bring all the Christmas cheer and have you dancing in the aisles! Hear best loved hits such as White Christmas, Santa Baby, Holly Jolly Christmas, All I Want For Christmas Is You and many more, performed live by candlelight.

Christmas By Candlelight comes to Shrewsbury Abbey! Show 1: Doors 3:00pm | Show 3:30pm - 4:45pm Show 2: Doors 5:45pm | Show 6:15pm - 7:30pm Show 3: Doors 8:00pm | Show 8:30pm - 9:45pm The ultimate Christmas concert is here! Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and incredible live band, as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits, as you have never heard them before! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, just in time for a magical evening of best loved festive music, performed live at the beautiful Shrewsbury Abbey, by candlelight. Featuring sing-along classics White Christmas, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!, Santa Baby, O Holy Night, Winter Wonderland and many more, this uplifting concert is the perfect way to celebrate a Holly Jolly Christmas with the whole family!

  1st show Doors: 5:30pm Show starts: 6:15pm Show endS: 7:30pm   2nd show Doors: 8:00pm Show starts: 8:45pm Show ends: 10:00pm    Licensed bar & Coffee and cake bar

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