Victoria Palace Theatre, Victoria Street 1976

In 1976, Cilla Black and Jimmy Tarbuck appeared together in a variety show at the Victoria Palace Theatre in London. This was a high-profile live stage production that brought together two of Britain’s most beloved entertainers of the time.

The show blended music, comedy, and light entertainment, capitalising on Cilla’s popularity as a singer and TV personality, and Tarbuck’s charm as a comedian and host. It was part of a trend in the 1970s where television stars crossed over into West End stage revues and variety-style performances.

The production at the Victoria Palace Theatre received positive attention and was a major draw for audiences, especially fans of Saturday night television. It also reflected the theatre’s ongoing tradition of hosting star-led variety and musical performances before it later became famous as the home of *Buddy* and *Billy Elliot*.