INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed musician Ben Waters and his band are returning to the Marine Theatre – this time to host a Christmas Party!

Their boogie woogie, rock ’n’ roll and blues piano and vocals have earned the band a reputation as great entertainers. In a career that has spanned 20 years, Ben has played alongside Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, The Rolling Stones, Shakin’ Stevens, Procul Harum, Mick Hucknall, Ray Davies, Jools Holland, and many others.

Ray Davies asked him to perform at his Meltdown Festival at the Royal Festival Hall; Jools Holland, Ben’s good friend and mentor asked Ben to play at his wedding and said that Ben is one of the best pianists of all time, and Ben has been touring with the ABC&D of Boogie Woogie, which features, among others, Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts.

The Ben Waters Band Christmas Party is at the Marine Theatre, Lyme Regis, on December 28. Doors at 7.45pm, for 8.30pm start and tickets are £14/£12 concessions.

Following this roistering post-Christmas party, the theatre is holding its annual New Year disco on December 31.

Brought to you by Wessex Star Disco, with the Popular DJ Chris H, welcome in the new year with an old school night to remember. With music from the 70s to the present day, a stunning laser and light show and a top quality digital sound system, it’s time to get your dancing shoes on and head down to the Marine Theatre.

Make sure you book in advance to avoid disappointment. Doors open at 8pm and the fun goes on until 1am. Tickets are £10 in advance, £20 on the night with a free glass of prosecco at midnight.

For more details, call the box office on 01297 442138 or visit marinetheatre.com