But if that sounds like a turn-off, and you would prefer to be in front of your flat screen watching Britain's Got Talent, or a similar TV show, don't be misled. Here, in these traditional surroundings, is a sparkling production packed with real British talent.

Devised and directed by Chris Gidney, also on stage performing clever illusionistic tricks, and with music directed from the keyboard by Michael Wooldridge, this show combines energy, stylish costumes and colour with sheer professional joie de vivre. With a format which recalls Sunday Night At The London Palladium, this production also benefits hugely from a live band, including drummer Phil Soloman skilfully echoing the driving rhythms of Eric Delaney, playing their hearts out from the orchestra pit.

In turn, this enthuses the small, but enormously experienced, cast of singers and dancers. Of the former, few can compare with Les Want, still singing and performing Al Jolson favourites as poignantly as he did over fifty years ago. Powerful vocals too from Bob Hunter, Peter Chapman and Charlie Case as they perform with style and panache some sixty different numbers, either solo or together, including ballads, spirituals, and singalongs. The show is backed by the enthusiastic dancing of Katherine Mansi, also the choreographer, and the multi-talented Samara Stanton.

Syd Little, one half of the affectionately remembered comedy act Little and Large, tops the bill. With his amusing, self-effacing stories, guitar playing and banjo strumming, he adds a warm, almost avuncular, touch and although the star, never one who attempts to outshine those surrounding him.

Whilst such old-style entertainment may not be your first choice, this summer cavalcade of music, songs and fun generates an infectious feel-good factor. For a limited season only, catch it while you can!