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30th November 2018
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Sir Ian McKellen is coming to Devon to perform his one man show, Tolkein, Shakespeare and You as part of his 80th birthday celebrations – his show will make the reopening of the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe.
The proceeds from the show are being donated to the theatre and will be used towards refurbishing the bar and restaurant area.
The show is part of a tour that Sir Ian is hosting to celebrate his 80th birthday, at every venue, he will donate the proceeds of the show to local good causes.
He said: “My current UK tour with my new solo show is visiting many places I know well, but it will be my first time playing in Ilfracombe. It is a happy opportunity to celebrate my 80th birthday by relaunching this well loved local theatre.”
The grand opening of the theatre will be on 25th March 2019, tickets are available now, head to the theatre’s website for more information.
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