The UK’s most iconic pizzeria brand, PizzaExpress, is spreading holiday cheer this December with the launch of its brand-new Press for Showtime series. The series will bring free live entertainment to select pizzerias for diners to enjoy alongside their festive favourite and a Peroni or two. Performances will be popping up all across the UK throughout the holiday season, launching with an intimate gig from chart-topping artist Rag’n’Bone Man on the 4th December at one of PizzaExpress’ Live venues in London.
With recent YouGov data revealing that over half (56%) of families are cutting back on festive outings this year and 41% are planning to forgo traditional experiences and events all together, this intimate acoustic show at PizzaExpress Live kicks off a fortnight of magical, in-restaurant entertainment designed to sprinkle a little extra festive joy into the season for families.
PizzaExpress’ Press for Showtime series is headlined by Rag’n’Bone Man – fresh off the back of his sold-out UK & European tour, Rag’n’Bone Man will bring his soulful sound to an incredibly intimate setting at PizzaExpress Live, on Wednesday 4th December in London.
Performing hits acoustically that have captivated fans around the world, this one-of-a-kind performance will be accessible via a free ticket ballot opening today at pizzaexpresslive.com/article/rag-n-bone-man. The ballot will remain open until this Sunday 1st December, closing at 23:59.
The series will continue through December, enabling diners to experience unforgettable entertainment, as it welcomes some of the country’s favourite festive performances – from world-renown Christmas choirs and iconic pantomime characters – to its pizzerias this December.
Cardiff, Monday 9th December – John’s Boys Male Chorus
Leeds, Wednesday 11th December – Beauty and the Beast presented by Paul Holman Associates and Carriageworks Theatre
Birmingham, Friday 13th December – Symphonic Six and Friends
Paula Mackenzie, PizzaExpress CEO, added: “PizzaExpress is the home of family celebrations, so we wanted to create something truly special to spread some holiday cheer whilst dining with us this festive period. The Press for Showtime series is about bringing people together over great food and live entertainment at time when celebrations are firmly on the menu, so we’re thrilled to have Rag’n’Bone Man help us kick it off in style.”
PizzaExpress is also serving up the tastes of the season with its innovative new festive menu, featuring the brand-new Snowball Dough Ball Wreath and the Christmas Feast Romana, along with returning fan-favourites, Dough Balls in Blankets and Mushroom & Truffle Romana. Customers can also order from PizzaExpress’ new Festive Set Menu, with two courses (starter & main) from just £19.95, or three courses from just £25.95 – what’s not to love!
To secure your spot or learn more, visit www.pizzaexpresslive.com/article/rag-n-bone-man.
