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Billy Elliot The Musical The award-winning original phenomenon comes home.
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Burlesque The Musical After taking the West End by storm – where it became summer 2025’s biggest hit, selling out night after night – Burlesque, a big new musical is coming to Sunderland in August.
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The UK tour stars Faye Brookes (Coronation Street) as Tess Richarde, alongside Ryan Carter (Titanique) playing Sean and Ms Loretta. Recent graduate Gracie O’Brien makes her professional stage debut in the role of Ali Rose, supported by Davide Fienauri (Kiss of the Spider Woman) as Vince, Tyler Davis (Sunset Blvd) playing Jackson and Vanessa Ela Young (The Drifters Girl) as Nikki. From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the hit movie. Burlesque is a scintillating journey of self-discovery that absolutely sizzles, featuring powerhouse songs by Christina Aguilera, Sia and Diane Warren, alongside new numbers from Todrick Hall and Jess Folley. Ages 12+
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Step into the shadows with Emma Kenny in Murderous Minds. Deconstruct the terrifying evolution of a killer, uncovering how ordinary thoughts warp into the unthinkable. Are you brave enough to confront the darkness? Ages 16+
The Simon & Garfunkel Story Mon 7 Sep Few shows have had the global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story with multiple sell outs worldwide, and numerous appearances at The London Palladium. Using original footage, the show tells the story of the origins and rise of the duo – with all the hits! Ages 12+
An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight Mon 14 Sep A spellbinding live concert celebrating the music from Tim Burton’s gothic fantasy films to cult classics of the dark and magical. Brought to life by the Illuminated Orchestra. Ages 8+
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Steve Steinman’s Anything for Love Fri 18 Sep Steve Steinman, no.1 recording artist, brings you his smash hit production Anything for Love. Joining Steve is Mark Alexander, Meat Loaf’s piano player along with an incredible cast of singers and dancers.
Susan Calman Tall Tales Fri 2 Oct Susan Calman hasn’t been on tour in ten years, but now she’s back with a brand new show. Older, but not necessarily wiser, Susan has found herself in some improbable situations over the years. Tall Tales is a show about cruising, driving tanks, cats and getting older. Ages 14+
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Chris Ramsey Here, Man! Thu 17 Sep Despite Chris initially (and repeatedly) vowing not to add any extra dates, the opportunity to continue touring Here, Man! and tell audiences all about the stuff that he can’t say on his hit podcast, Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed, was just too tempting.
Lord of the Dance 30th Anniversary Wed 9 – Sat 12 Sep Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, returns in 2026 to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with an extraordinary new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production’s legacy, captivating over 60 million fans in 60 countries since its debut in 1996.
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight Thu 1 Oct Direct from London’s West End, and featuring a spectacular cast of world-class singers and an epic live band, join us for a landslide concert. Jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits, as you’ve never heard them before!
Since its inception, Lord of the Dance has transformed Irish dance into a global cultural phenomenon, setting new standards for creativity and theatrical productions. Michael Flatley’s visionary show continues to amaze audiences worldwide with its captivating blend of dance, music and storytelling.
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Tue 22 – Sat 26 Sep
Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing – the classic story on-stage – explodes with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing.
Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. See the hit film come to life before your eyes with this fantastic, emotional and unforgettable live stage show. The iconic story features the hit songs Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me?, the heart-stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life and an incredible cast of dancers. Ages 14+
‘The biggest live theatre sensation of all time.’ – The Observer
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‘The stage version is a phenomenon.’ – Sunday Mirror
Tue 1 – Sat 5 Dec
Legally Blonde The Musical The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production.
Starring Amber Davies (Strictly Come Dancing, Pretty Woman), this ultimate feel-good rom-com follows Elle Woods on her transformation from It Girl fashionista to legal ace at Harvard Law School, all in the name of love. Elle must prove she is more than blonde ambition, swap the changing rooms for the courtroom and learn that ‘being true to yourself never goes out of style.’ This must-see show is from the creative team behind Director Nikolai Foster’s phenomenally successful Kinky Boots. Bend and snap up your tickets today. Ages 8+ Please note that Amber Davies will not be performing at the matinee performance on Thu 3 Dec at 2.30pm, when the role of Elle Woods will be played by Hannah Lowther.
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Billy Elliot The Musical The award-winning original phenomenon comes home.
Seen by almost 12 million people worldwide and honoured with more than 80 awards, Billy Elliot The Musical is one of the most beloved British musicals of all time. Ten years after it last played in its original home of London and the UK, this landmark production returns. Set during the miners’ strike of 1984/5, Billy’s journey from boxing ring to ballet class becomes a life-changing story of courage, community and self-expression. Praised as ‘Utterly captivating’ (Daily Mail), ‘Dazzling. A triumph’ (The Independent on Sunday) and ‘Pure magic’ (Sunday Express), Billy Elliot The Musical is exhilarating, hilarious and unforgettable. Ages 8+
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★★★★★ ‘Triumphant.’ – The Daily Telegraph
THE AWARD-WINNING ORIGINAL PHENOMENON COMES HOME
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The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook Take flight for Christmas 2026! Bradley Riches flies into Sunderland as Peter Pan, best known for his roles as Lewis Barton in Emmerdale, winning the Best Soap Newcomer Award and starring as James McEwan in Netflix’s Heartstopper. Back by popular demand is the fabulous Miss Rory (Boulevard) as the deliciously despicable Captain Rorina Hook and hilarious funny man Tom Whalley as the side-splitting Smee, joined by Milkshake! TV presenter Olivia Birchenough, who makes her return to the North East’s canniest panto! Get ready for gravity-defying flying scenes, stunning choreography, and mind-blowing special effects that will leave you gasping. Pirate sword fights, crocodile chases, and jaw-dropping stunts bring Neverland to life like you’ve never seen before! Book your tickets before they fly away! A ATG+ Membership Offer – £5 off (Max. 4 tickets per customer)
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Tue 12 – Sat 16 Jan 2027
SIX The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the sold-out international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return.
Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony® Award for Best Original Score and Best Costume Design, double winner of the WhatsOnStage Award for Best West End Show and a Gold Disk-winning album, this sell out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (The New York Times).
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From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. Think you know the rhyme, think again... Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE! Ages 10+
★★★★★ ‘Reigning supreme.’ – The Daily Telegraph 14 From August 2026
Mon 18 – Sat 23 Jan 2027
CLAIRE SWEENEY AS MISS HANNIGAN
Annie The smash hit West End production of Annie, the world’s favourite family musical, returns with a new UK and Ireland tour, starring Claire Sweeney as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!
Set in 1930s New York, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family... With its Tony® Award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it! Ages 3+
★★★★ ‘Lavish escapism.’ – The Daily Telegraph ★★★★ ‘An all-singing, all-dancing triumph.’ – OK! Magazine
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Tue 26 – Sat 30 Jan 2027
CATS A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi award-winning musical CATS is coming to Sunderland.
From Euston Station to Victoria Grove, the strays and rebels of London gather under the Jellicle Moon in the hope they’ll be the chosen one. And each of them asks, because each of them dares, who will it be? Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, and with a legendary score which inspired generations featuring Old Deuteronomy, Macavity: The Mystery Cat, Jellicle Ball and the chart-topping hit Memory, this brand new production of CATS, directed and choreographed by Drew McOnie (Brigadoon, Jesus Christ Superstar) arrives in January for one week only. Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals presents a Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre production. By arrangement with LW Entertainment.
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Tue 2 – Sat 6 Feb 2027
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time This internationally celebrated novel, which captivated ten million readers, is coming in a brand new staging more thrilling than ever.
Starring Joe McFadden (The Shawshank Redemption) and EastEnders favourite Charlie Brooks (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) as Chris’ parents – Ed and Judy. Chris Boone is gifted with a brilliant mind for numbers but unsettled by the unpredictability of people and everyday life. When a neighbour’s dog is discovered killed, Chris comes under suspicion. Determined to prove his innocence, Chris turns both detective and suspect, drawn into a mystery that grows darker with every clue uncovered. Inventive, gripping and moving, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time combines the intrigue of a whodunnit with a powerful coming-of-age story in an unforgettable theatrical event. Ages 10+
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Tue 9 – Sat 13 Feb 2027
100 YEARS OF FABULOUS!
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Sixteen: the edge of possibility. Time to make your dreams come true. Everybody’s Talking About Jamie returns for the 10th Anniversary Tour with a brand new song.
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After a record-breaking three-year West End residency, two sold-out UK & Ireland Tours and an Amazon Studios award-winning film, the critically-acclaimed musical is back. Jamie New (Ashcon Rahmani) is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant, loving mum (Rebecca Trehearn) and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps into the spotlight. This ‘funny, outrageous, touching’ (The Daily Telegraph) musical sensation is to be experienced by all the family and not to be missed! With an original score that will ‘blow the roof off the theatre’ (The Mail on Sunday) by lead singer-songwriter of The Feeling, Dan Gillespie Sells and writer Tom MacRae (Doctor Who), this ‘sparkling coming-of-age musical’ (The Times) will have everybody talking about Jamie for years to come. Ages 5+
Mon 22 – Sat 27 Feb 2027
Trainspotting THE MUSICAL by Irvine Welsh Directed and developed by Caroline Jay Ranger. Music & lyrics by Stephen McGuinness & Irvine Welsh
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Trainspotting The Musical Direct from the West End. Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, Trainspotting The Musical has its world premiere.
Written by Irvine Welsh with music & lyrics by Stephen McGuinness & Irvine Welsh and directed & developed by Caroline Jay Ranger. Renton, Sick Boy, Begbie, Spud, Tommy and Kelly, the industrial drug-crazed working-class heroes, are back.
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This isn’t nostalgia, it’s closer than that. The past isn’t revisited – it lingers. The musical doesn’t tidy it. It sits with it. Listens to it. And lets it sing. New songs, classic songs, a musical like never before. Not for the easily confronted. Ages 15+. Contains scenes and depictions of drug-taking and death. Includes swearing and adult references.
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Tue 2 – Sat 6 Mar 2027
Jonathan Church Theatre Productions presents The Chichester Festival Theatre, Stage Entertainment and Sheffield Theatres Production of
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Singin’ In The Rain A smash hit in the West End and across the world this irresistibly charming show returns on its UK tour!
Journey back to the glamour of Hollywood in the roaring 20s with high-energy choreography and sumptuous set designs (including over 14,000 litres of water on-stage), combined with all the romance and wit of one of the world’s best-loved films. Beautiful, charismatic and very much in love (if you believe what you read in the press), Hollywood’s golden couple, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont, have the world at their feet. But when ‘talkies’ start to replace silent movies, and an aspiring actress is drafted in to save the day, life as they know it is turned upside down. Singin’ In The Rain features the glorious MGM score, including Good Morning, Make ‘em Laugh and the legendary Singin’ In The Rain.
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Birmingham Royal Ballet The Maiden of Venice Thu 18 – Sat 20 Mar 2027 Leap into this dramatic story of love, lust, betrayal and murder. Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Carlos Acosta brings his new production, The Maiden of Venice, to Sunderland. This spectacular reimagining of 19th century classic La Bayadère whisks you to Renaissance Venice. With an original musical score played live by the Royal Ballet Sinfonia, gorgeous set and costume designs, and spectacular dance, including the famous Kingdom of the Shades, don’t miss 2027’s must-see ballet sensation!
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Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap Mon 22 – Sat 27 Mar 2027 Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated millions worldwide. Now, the record-breaking production embarks on its 75th anniversary tour. A shocking murder rattles London. Far from the chaos, a remote guesthouse shelters seven strangers, but when a police sergeant battles through a snowstorm with an unexpected warning, it’s clear the threat is already within their walls. Step inside the Sunderland Empire and solve the murder mystery that has kept the world guessing for generations. Ages 7+
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Great Scott! The DeLorean is coming your way! Strap in for the smash hit Back To The Future The Musical, landing in Sunderland as part of its first ever UK tour.
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Winner of Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards, this ‘perfect musical escapism’ (Metro) is ready to take you on an electrifying journey through time. Based on the iconic 1985 movie and brought to the stage by the film’s original creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis, this multi award-winning production is dazzling critics and thrilling audiences across the globe – and now it’s Sunderland’s turn to experience the ride of a lifetime. When teenager Marty McFly is accidentally sent back to 1955 in a time machine built by the eccentric Doc Brown, he disrupts the space-time continuum and must race against the clock to put things right – and get back to the future. Ages 6+
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Mon 17 – Sat 22 May 2027
The Full Monty The Play by Simon Beaufoy Sometimes you have to bare everything! Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic film that took British cinema by storm.
As in the 1997 smash hit film, this production is a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs, laughs and heartbreak. Book now to relive the music of the 90s and have a great night out in the company of our group of lads as they work to put on the show of their lives. Starring Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing) as Gaz, Stewart Wright (Doc Martin) as Dave, James Gaddas (Coronation Street) as Gerald, Ben Onwukwe (The Full Monty) as Horse, Jon-Paul Bell (Hollyoaks) as Guy and Zrey Sholapurkar (Lark Rise to Candleford) as Lomper. Ages 14+
‘The classic British strip-com.’ – Rolling Stone ‘A story of our times.’ – British Theatre ‘Bursting with wit and deeply touching.’ – The Telegraph
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Tue 25 May – Sat 5 Jun 2027
Jersey Boys The boys are back as the original Tony® Award-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour!
Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.
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They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard… and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on-stage, off-stage it was a very different story – a story that has made them an international sensation all over again. The show features all their hits including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Beggin’, December 1963 (Oh What a Night) and more. Jersey Boys may be inappropriate for children ages 12 and under. Flashing strobe lights, loud gunfire, theatrical haze, herbal cigarette smoke and authentic, profane New Jersey vocabulary are used in this production.
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Just For One Day The Live Aid Musical
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Tue 8 – Sat 12 Jun 2027 40 years on from the iconic gig that re-wrote music history, relive the joy of Live Aid in a ‘completely new and delightful way!’ (Pete Townshend of The Who). Performed by an ensemble full of bona fide rockstars, Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical is a ‘joyous and emotionally volcanic’ (Daily Mail) night at the theatre. Featuring iconic songs from Bob Dylan, David Bowie, The Who, U2, Queen, Madonna, Sting, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Diana Ross and more. By permission of the Band Aid Charitable Trust. Ages 12+
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It’s time to head to Beverly Hills and experience one of Hollywood’s most iconic romantic comedies of all time. This ‘dazzling new stage show’ (Daily Express) takes to the road again in 2027 following a record-breaking run in the West End and a sell out first UK tour in 2023. Features direction and choreography by two-time Tony® Award-winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde, Hairspray), an original ‘blazing rock score’ (Daily Mail) by Grammy winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (Summer of ’69, Heaven) and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J.F. Lawton. Ages 12+
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Starlight Express Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary Starlight Express, following a record-breaking revival in London.
Seen around the world by over 30 million people, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express is coming to Sunderland for three weeks. An electrifying experience for all ages, feel the rush in this ‘jaw-dropping’ (The Daily Telegraph) production as an incredible cast whizzes by performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs, including AC/DC, Make Up My Heart, Light at the End of the Tunnel and the iconic Starlight Express. As a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘Starlight Express’. Get your skates on and race to see it!
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★★★★★ ‘Out of this world.’ – The Daily Telegraph
Diary August
Burlesque The Musical
Thu 6 – Sat 22 Aug 7.30pm (Mon – Sat), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
September
The Prat Pack's Back
Fri 4 Sep 7.30pm
Murderous Minds with Emma Kenny
Sat 5 Sep 7.30pm
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Mon 7 Sep 7.30pm
Lord of the Dance: 30th Anniversary
Wed 9 – Sat 12 Sep 7.45pm, 2.30pm (Fri & Sat)
An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight
Mon 14 Sep 7.30pm
Chris Ramsey: Here, Man!
Thu 17 Sep 7.30pm
Steve Steinman's Anything for Love – The Meat Loaf Story
Fri 18 Sep 7.30pm
Dirty Dancing
Tue 22 – Sat 26 Sep 8.30pm (Fri), 7.30pm (Excl. Fri), 5pm (Fri), 2.30pm (Sat)
A Night of Celebrating 30 Yrs of SK Dance
Tue 29 Sep 7pm
Miriam's Full English LIVE
Wed 30 Sep 7.30pm
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
Thu 1 Oct 7.30pm
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
Fri 2 Oct 7.30pm
November
Billy Elliot The Musical
Wed 4 – Sat 28 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Mon 23 Nov 7.30pm, Tue 24 Nov 7.30pm
December
Legally Blonde The Musical
Tue 1 – Sat 5 Dec 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Fri)
The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook (Pantomime)
Fri 11 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027 See website for details. Mon 28 Dec 2026 5.30pm, Sat 2 Jan 2027 1pm, Sat 2 Jan 2027 5.30pm, Sun 3 Jan 2027 1pm
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Annie
Mon 18 – Sat 23 Jan 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Tue 19 Jan 7.30pm
CATS
Tue 26 – Sat 30 Jan 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Tue 2 – Sat 6 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Thu 4 Feb 7.30pm
Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Tue 9 – Sat 13 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Trainspotting The Musical
Mon 22 – Sat 27 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Sun 28 Feb 7.30pm
Singin' In The Rain
Tue 2 – Sat 6 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Birmingham Royal Ballet – The Maiden of Venice
Thu 18 – Sat 20 Mar 7.30pm (Thu & Fri), 2pm (Fri & Sat)
The Mousetrap
Mon 22 – Sat 27 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Sunderland Legends
Mon 29 Mar 7.30pm
Kathleen Davis Stage School Presents Every Bunny Welcome
Thu 1 Apr 7.30pm
Disney Princess – The Concert
Fri 2 Apr 7pm
Back To The Future The Musical
Tue 13 Apr – Sat 8 May 7.30pm (Excl. Sun), 2.30pm (Wed, Sat & Sun) Tue 4 May 7.30pm, Wed 5 May 7.30pm, Thu 6 May 7.30pm
An Evening with Sir David Jason
Sat 15 May 7.30pm
The Full Monty: The Play by Simon Beaufoy
Mon 17 – Sat 22 May 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Johannes Radebe: Finally Home
Sun 23 May 7.30pm
Jersey Boys
Tue 25 May – Sat 5 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) Thu 3 Jun 7.30pm
Just For One Day – The Live Aid Musical
Tue 8 – Sat 12 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
The Silence of the Lambs
Mon 21 – Sat 26 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat) Thu 24 Jun 7.30pm
Pretty Woman The Musical
Tue 29 Jun – Sat 3 Jul 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
July
Starlight Express
Wed 14 – Sat 31 Jul 7.30pm, 6pm (Sun), 2.30pm (Thu, Sat & Wed 28 Jul), 1pm (Sun)
September
Jesus Christ Superstar
Tue 14 – Sat 18 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Hairspray The Musical
Mon 27 Sep – Sat 2 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Grease
Mon 4 – Sat 9 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
October
Audio Described
BSL Interpreted
Captioned
Relaxed
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