Marquee Square Heroes: 40 years of Marillion's Misplaced Childhood

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Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury

Sat 26 Jul 2025

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‘Do you remember chalk hearts melting on a wall’. MARQUEE SQUARE HEROES INVITE YOU TO RELIVE THE SHOWS THAT MADE MARILLION ONE OF THE BIGGEST BANDS IN WORLD.

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Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury

Sat 26 Jul 2025

Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG

Sat at 20:00

For group bookings of 10 or more:

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Or call 020 7206 1174

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By the end of 1984 Marillion had completed their second album release and toured the UK, Europe and North America to great acclaim with the 'Fugazi' album. Demand to see the band was huge and a multitude of pirated bootleg live albums were beginning to circulate amongst their fans. EMI decided to release a live 'mini album', available at a reduced price. And thus, was born 'Real to Reel', a live album that really captures the essence and spirit of the band at that time. On reflection this smart, knee jerk decision, enabled the band to concentrate on writing the album that became the biggest selling album of their career. 'Misplaced Childhood'. Achieved Number 1 status in the album charts, providing massive exposure with top 3 chart singles positions for ‘Kayleigh’ and ‘Lavender’, and a healthy chart position for 'Heart of Lothian' too.

Kayleigh was only kept from the top of the charts by a worthy charity single but sold well over 200,000 copies. You couldn't turn the Radio on in 1985 and not hear that classic song of lost love and lost opportunities. And I seriously suspect everyone knows at least one Kayleigh! This Year MARQUEE SQUARE HEROES will recreate the shows from this key period for MARILLION, performing not only a set that reflects that tour, but also performing the entire classic Misplaced Childhood album, as intended by the band in strict running order. As well as other classics, not necessarily performed on that tour.

A show in Marillion’s HOMETOWN, Aylesbury, on the 40th anniversary of the album release will be a very special event and MARQUEE SQUARE HEROES are delighted to celebrate this milestone in a truly significant manner, befitting the occasion. The event will feature the cream of local talent, including renowned musicians from the genre who have performed worldwide alongside members of Marillion.

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Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury

Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG

Aylesbury Station

The Box Office is open from 90 minutes prior to performances in the main auditorium and 60 minutes prior to performances in the Norman Bragg Studio. See 'What's On' section for performance times

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Bar - Pre-show & interval drinks and snacks

Ambassador Lounge - Pre-show & interval table service (Charge applies)

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Norman Bragg Studio hosts a programme of intimate productions and events throughout the year including a monthly Comedy Club, regular screenings, Bring Your Own Baby Comedy and small scale shows and live music gigs. The Studio is easily accessible with a bar selling a range of light refreshments and facilities available within easy reach.

One of the venue’s hireable spaces, the Norman Bragg Studio is licensed for wedding ceremonies and ideal for accommodating conferences, exhibitions, dinners and private events.

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Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury

Sat 26 Jul 2025

Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG

Sat at 20:00

For group bookings of 10 or more:

Submit a request online

Or call 020 7206 1174

Marquee Square Heroes: 40 years of Marillion's Misplaced Childhood

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