The Society offers a full programme of shows and talks open to everyone
- A regular programme of talks by historians, authors and performers
- Blue Plaque unveilings
- Variety and Music Hall based shows including an annual Day By The Sea in Eastbourne
- An annual conference covering all things Music Hall
- A range of social events from sausage and mash singalong suppers to formal dinners
Members receive discounted rates on all of our events. See below for what is upcoming.
Recovering and Celebrating Black Entertainers in Morecambe, 1850 - 1950. A talk by Kirsty Roberts
Morecambe boasts a rich entertainment history that has garnered national acclaim within the UK, featuring notable figures such as Thora Hird and Morecambe and Wise. However, the invaluable contributions of Black performers who regularly graced the town's stages have been overlooked. This talk will...
328 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross London United Kingdom WC1 8BZ
Les & Roy, Cissie & Ada. A talk presented by Mark Llewellin
Mark Llewellin takes us through the lives of Les Dawson and Roy Barraclough who enjoyed 25 years of creative collaboration including those iconic comedy creations Cissie and Ada. Not only were they a winning double-act on stage and screen but they were great mates off screen too. Mark, who was...
328 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross London United Kingdom WC1 8BZ
The Story of Showtown. A talk by Jill Carruthers
Jill Carruthers, Exhibitions Manager at Blackpool's Showtown will explore how the museum came about, and the stories it tells. Jill has worked on the museum's development for over 10 years and curated the content, interactives and AVs that feature in the galleries. She has met international...
20 Bedford Street London United Kingdom WC2E 9HP
An Evening with Jan Hunt. In conversation with Ben Stock
Music Hall performer, producer and director, comedian, actor and BMHS Patron Jan Hunt will entertain us with tales of her life and career in conversation with Music Hall performer, musician, actor and BMHS member Ben Stock.
This will be a full evening with an interval. For access information...
20 Bedford Street London United Kingdom WC2E 9HP
The Barbed Wire University. A talk by Midge Gillies
Midge will describe how many future stars of variety, TV, film and stage honed their craft in World War Two prisoner of war camps.
About Midge Gillies
Midge Gillies has written eleven books, including a biography of Marie Lloyd. The Barbed-Wire University tells the story...
20 Bedford Street London United Kingdom WC2E 9HP
