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Fri 20 Feb 2026
Roy Hemmings' Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown
Music
Performance

Former Drifters member Roy G. Hemmings brings together the sound of three of America’s iconic labels, The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP), Stax Atlantic, and Motown, in one live action-packed show.

Featuring hits by: The Three Degrees, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, Stevie Wonder, Billy Paul, The Four Tops, Temptations, Marvin Gaye, The O’Jays, Otis Redding, plus songs by The Drifters.

Enjoy hit after hit including: Me & Mrs. Jones, Superstition, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg, What Becomes of the Broken Hearted, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You), Young Hearts Run Free, I’m Coming Out, Love Train, You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine, Givin’ Up Givin’ In, Get Ready, When Will I See You Again, Hold Back the Night, (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay, My Girl and lots more.

★★★★★
‘An excellent show; thoroughly recommended’
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    Date
    Fri 20 Feb 2026
    19:30 - 22:00

    Ticket price

    £31.00
    Accessibility
    Relaxed
    Accessible toilet
    Audio tours
    Baby changing facilities
    Family friendly venue
    Hearing aid loop
    Orientation visits
    Wheelchair accessible
    Guide dogs welcome
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