Team behind Tom Kerridge's Pub in the Park festival set to bring new event to Warwick this year

The team behind Tom Kerridge's Pub in the Park festival are set to bring a new event to Warwick.

Following the government’s roadmap announcement, the team have announced The Alfresco Theatre Drive-in Tour will be taking place.

In May, The Alfresco Theatre will be hitting Warwick with a mix of big-screen movies, comedy gigs, live theatre and music acts - all served alongside one-off dishes from some of the UK’s well-known chefs.

The travelling theatre will kick off as a Covid-compliant drive-in experience, with the setup relaxing as lockdown rules relax; eventually allowing visitors to sit outside in their own private patch to enjoy the show.

At The Alfresco Theatre, foodie fanatics will be able to tuck into an exclusive menu crafted by some of the country’s top chefs, while sipping a selection of craft cocktails, beers or wine from the roaming bar.

There will also be a selection of alcohol-free drinks for the designated drivers, so everyone can enjoy a great day or night out.

Friday nights at the Theatre will play host to Mark Watson’s Carpool Comedy Club, where comedy fans will be able to enjoy a line-up of some of the best comedy acts in the UK.

The evening will feature sets from the likes of Nish Kumar, Dara Ó Briain, Ed Byrne, Angela Barnes Nina Conti, Marcus Brigstocke, Rachel Parris - with each gig featuring an extended set from Mark himself.

Mark said: 'I'm really excited that Carpool Comedy Club is back.

"We had a great time last year, bringing live comedy safely to the Drive and Dine tour, and we were overwhelmed both by the demand and by the response from audiences.

"This time round, there'll be more from me and I've taken my pick of some of last year's favourites and added some new big-hitters to the mix.

"I can't wait to host what will be another memorable series of summer comedy nights."

Saturday nights will see the return of live music as fun-loving spice girls tribute act SPICE will open for world-renowned Bjorn Again: The ABBA Show.

After performing more than 5,000 shows in 71 countries Björn again: The ABBA Show has achieved ultimate cult status, sparking the recent ABBA revival and inspiring films such as Mamma Mia! and Muriel’s Wedding.

The cinema features a line-up of feelgood flicks - like Dirty Dancing and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – alongside award-winning blockbusters like Jo Jo Rabbit, Bohemian Rhapsody and Jurassic Park.

Movie goers will also be able to sing their hearts out with special sing-along versions of The Greatest Showman and Grease, with on-screen lyrics.

As well as this Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s The Gruffalo will be making a special appearance in the musical adaptation live on stage.

The Alfresco Theatre will be taking place at Sherbourne Park in Warwick on May 19 to May 23

Tickets go on-sale on Thursday March 4, with registration available for pre-sale on Wednesday March 3.

Adult tickets start from £18 for movies, £35 for comedy and music gigs, and £16 for Gruffalo tickets (ages three and above) - with each show being sold individually and subject to transaction and booking fees.

For more information go to: https://thealfrescotheatre.co.uk/warwick-1