CAN it really be 37 years since George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley formed one of the most enduring pop groups of the flamboyant 1980s?

Well undoubtedly; but the legend of Wham! still rumbles on, and now Sweeney Entertainments are bringing a new show to venues across the UK, "featuring the very best of George, Andrew, Pepsi and Shirlie – The Best of Wham!"

And the good news is, the show is coming to Malvern Theatres.

A spokesman said: "In four short years Wham! sold more than 28 million records, topping the charts with three albums, four

number one singles and eleven top ten hits. They featured in the Live Aid concert of 1985 and were the first western pop group to ever tour in China. Their impact and influence on the 80s era and music today really cannot be over-

emphasised. "

The spokesman added: "The Best of Wham! show includes all those hits, a few B side favourites and a couple of early George

Michael bonus songs.

"This brand new concert show stars Ben Evans, performing as George Michael. Ben started his career at the age of eight performing in roles including Gavroche in Les Miserables, both the roles of Oliver and The Artful Dodger in Oliver!"

"His career has continued with appearances in a host of TV programmes including lead roles in: Casualty, Teachers, Waking The Dead and most notably, creating the role of ‘Charlie Jenkins’ in BBC Wales hit comedy ‘High Hopes’ which he starred in for six seasons and further West End performances that include Mamma Mia! as well as the role of ‘Sam Wise Gamgee’ in The Lord Of The Rings.

The spokesman said: "With sensational vocals, choreography, costumes and an awesome live band, The Best of Wham! is an authentic musical journey that truly recaptures the full WHAM! experience. This non-stop 80s party will get audiences singing and dancing to all the greatest hits including ‘Wake Me Up Before You Go Go’, ‘Freedom’ and ‘Im your Man’.

The date for the diary is Saturday March 9.

Tickets: 01684 892277.