PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay

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Event Calendar

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Jason Manford: A Manford all Seasons

Wednesday 16th & Thursday 17th October 2024

Comedian Jason Manford returns to Whitley Bay in 2024 with his brand new show, A Manford All Seasons.

Showaddywaddy

Friday 18th October 2024

Come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’… ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’!

Calling Planet Earth

Saturday 19th October 2024

A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time – The Electrifying 80’s

Whitley Bay Musical Theatre Co Presents Footloose

Wed 23rd - Sat 26th October 2024

Following the hit 80's movie starring Kevin Bacon, a new production of Footloose The Musical will open at the brilliant Whitley Bay Playhouse from 23rd-26 October!

Rude Science! 2024 Tour

Sunday 27th October 2024

The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world!

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King of Pop: The Legend Continues

Tuesday 29th October 2024

This incredible production stars the world’s leading MJ tribute artist Navi.

Shaun Ryder: Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays tour

Wednesday 30th October 2024

Shaun Ryder, front man of Happy Mondays and Black Grape, is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour.

An Evening With Sir Geoff Hurst

Thursday 31st October 2024

An evening with England's hat-trick hero and World Cup winner Sir Geoff Hurst.

Oh What A Night 2024

Friday 1st November 2024

With a repertoire which needs no introduction, OH WHAT A NIGHT! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which will leave you wanting more!

An Evening Of Swearing and Shouting with Gavin Webster

Saturday 2nd November 2024

Gavin Webster, a stand up comedian of over 30 years is on tour to share his jokes, routines and set pieces, his one liners, dark observations, sardonic ukulele comedy songs and verbal crash bang wallops.

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Rat Pack Live

Thursday 7th November 2024

Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows.

The Sensational 60s Experience

Friday 8th November 2024

With a brand-new production for 2024. Join us for the musical phenomenon with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960’s.

Tygers of pan tang

Saturday 9th November 2024

World famous North Tyneside rock collective return home after 45 years!

UK Pink Floyd Experience

Sunday 10th November 2024

Celebrating 30 years since the iconic ‘PULSE' tour, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live-featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music.

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Sister Sledge Live feat. Kathy Sledge: - Thinking of You Tour

Tuesday 12th November 2024

Expect all the hits Lost in Music, We are family, The Greatest Dancer, My Guy and many more.

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Cramlington Train Wreckers

Wednesday 13th November 2024

From the team behind smash-hit plays Wor Bella, Hadaway Harry, Carrying David, Mr Covan's Music Hall and The Great Joe Wilson comes another incredible, forgotten story about the North East.

The Elvis Years

Thursday 14th November 2024

Now in its 20th year, The Elvis Years, led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, embarks on its biggest ever tour of the UK and beyond.

Radio GaGa

Saturday 16th November 2024

Have your finest hour, or two, as we bring you Radio GaGa.

The Rolling Stones Story

Sunday 17th November 2024

The Rolling Stones Story promises you an unforgettable Jumpin’ Jack Flash back in time. It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll, but we like it!

Hancock's Half Hour: The Lost TV Episodes

Tuesday 19th November 2024

From award-winning Hambledon Productions (‘Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show’, ‘Steptoe and Son’) comes the Godfather of all sitcoms, Hancock's Half Hour live on stage!

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Kerry Ellis: Queen of the West End

Wednesday 20th November 2024

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards.

Don't Stop Believin'

Friday 22nd November 2024

One way, or another, nothing’s gonna stop us now. . . the brand-new, feel-good show of the year guarantees a crazy, crazy night of non-stop, singalong favourites.

ARRIVAL: The Hits of ABBA

Saturday 23rd November 2024

It has been 50 years since ABBA’s Iconic 1974 Eurovision win with their legendary performance of Waterloo...and what better way to celebrate than with Arrival - The Hits of ABBA!

Abby's Theatre & Dance Academy

Sunday 24th November 2024

Join us for Abby's Theatre & Dance Academy presents A Winter Spectacular

Christmas Choir Concert For Age UK North Tyneside

Thursday 28th November 2024

A wonderful event taking place Thursday 28th November 2024

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Spanish City

UK Rock Show

Friday 29th November 2024

This breath taking show will transport you back to the 80s heyday of classic rock, combining the feel of a rock festival with the atmosphere of a top-end rock arena tour!

The New Adventures of Peter Pan

6th Dec 2024 - 4th Jan 2025

Tickets now on sale for Christmas Panto 2024!

Dazzling Diamonds: The Comedy Variety Drag Show

Thursday 9th January 2025

The Dazzling Diamonds bring their hilarious comedy variety drag show to Whitley Bay

WBPS Presents Sleeping Beauty

Tues 14th - Sun 19th January 2025

The award-winning Whitley Pantomime Society are back with their amateur production of Sleeping Beauty.

Ward Thomas

Wednesday 22nd January 2025

English country duo Catherine and Lizzy Ward Thomas are coming to Whitley Bay!

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Tribute to The Carpenters featuring the British Carpenters

Thursday 23rd January 2025

Brought to you by renown producers, Entertainers. Home to shows including, The Magic of Motown, Fastlove and Lost in Music.

The Magic of Motown 2025

Friday 24th January 2025

Celebrate the sound of a generation with one very special night of The Magic of Motown!

The Greatest Star: Barbara Streisand

Saturday 25th January 2025

Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the world’s best known artistes in recent times.

Jason Fox: Life At the Limit

Tuesday 28th January 2025

Star of TV's SAS: WHO DARES WINS talks about his distinguished career.

An Audience With Jeff Stelling Hosted By Bianca Westwood

Wednesday 29th January 2025

On Wednesday 29th January 2025, we play host to an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling; anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years.

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American Four Tops

Saturday 1st February 2025

Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.

Mercury: The Ultimate Queen Experience

Thursday 6th February 2025

Celebrating 25 years on the road, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Freddie Mercury and the legendary Queen.

Big Girls Don't Cry

Friday 14th February 2025

Celebrating the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2025

Thursday 20th & Friday 21st February 2025

Coming to Whitley Bay on Thursday 20th & Friday 21st February 2025

Money For Nothing: Tribute to Dire Straits

Thursday 27th February 2025

“Undoubtedly the BEST Dire Straits Tribute Band in Europe”

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Bay Tales 2025

Saturday 1st March 2025

Bay Tales Live returns to Whitley Bay Playhouse for a fourth year.

SU Pollard: Still Fully Charged

Sunday 2nd March 2025

For 50 years the legendary Su Pollard has delighted audiences, starring in the nation’s best-known TV shows and on stages around the globe in some of the world’s most-loved musicals.

Just My Imagination: The Music Of The Temptations

Friday 7th March 2025

It has been 65 years since the formation of the most successful Motown group in history...and what better way to celebrate than with Just My Imagination The Music of The Temptations!

Thank ABBA For The Music

Saturday 8th March 2025

Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves! Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and entertaining live bands.

Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn

Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd March 2025

Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t. Who knows?!

Spanish City
Spanish City

An Audience With Kevin Keegan

Wednesday 26th March 2025

Pre sale Thursday 6th June 2024

An Evening With Sir Les Ferdinand

Friday March 28th 2025

The Ultimate evening with Sir Les Ferdinand LIVE at The Playhouse.

Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs From The Movies

Wednesday 2nd April 2025

Embark on a captivating musical voyage as pop sensation Gareth Gates takes center stage in "Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from the Movies."

The Making of a Murderer 2

Thursday 3rd April 2025

The Makings of a Murderer 2 – The Real Manhunter

The Story of Guitar Heroes

Sunday 6th April 2025

Expect classic hits from guitar legends including Hank Marvin, Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Albert Lee, Brian May, Jimmy Page, Mark Knopfler, Van Halen, Slash and many more.

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Tom Ball: Spotlight

Wednesday 9th April 2025

He’s the vocal sensation who’s racked up 85 million views and has been working with Grammy-winning writers.

The ELO Tribute Show

Friday 11th April 2025

Internationally acclaimed musician Brian Cummins brings this stunning show celebrating the music of Jeff Lynne and E.L.O. with a band of amazing musicians including a female string section this will be a fabulous night of hit after hit from such a vast back catalogue.

The Lindisfarne Story

Saturday 12th April 2025

RAY LAIDLAW and BILLY MITCHELL present a joyful, funny & emotional celebration of Tyneside's favourite band, featuring acoustic performances of LADY ELEANOR, MEET ME ON THE CORNER, FOG ON THE TYNE, RUN FOR HOME and more!

Foster & Allen

Wednesday 16th April 2025

Foster & Allen: 50 Year’s Of Hits

The Amazing Bubble Man

Monday 21st April 2025

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles.

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Easter Panto 2025: Pinocchio

Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd April 2025

Anton Benson productions brings the much loved story of Pinocchio to Whitley Bay!

The Rocket Man - A Tribute to Elton John

Friday 9th May 2025

Join us as The Rocket Man and our amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits

Barry Steele in The Roy Orbison Story

Saturday 10th May 2025

The one and only Barry Steele takes on the role of ‘The Big O,’

Francis Rossi 2025

Sunday 11th May 2025

Francis Rossi is embarking on a 34-date tour of the UK from April to June 2025, with a brand new show billed as “An Evening of Francis Rossi’s Songs from the Status Quo Songbook and More…”

An Audience With Paul 'Gazza' Gascoigne

Wednesday 14th May 2025

Join us for an evening, not to be missed.

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The Overtones: Up Close and Personal

Thursday 15th May 2025

The Overtones’ incredible new show features all the pitch - perfect voices and synchronised dance moves that made them a household name. Only this time the focus is on an intimate, Up Close and Personal production bringing you that much closer to the energy and excitement of the UK’s no. 1 vocal harmony group.

Walk Right Back

Friday 16th May 2025

Immerse yourself in a wave of pure rock and roll nostalgia with Walk Right Back!

The Ultimate Classic Rock Show

Friday 23rd May 2025

Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present!

ADHD Unmasked

Saturday 24th May 2025

Join ADHD speaker, coach, former Wright Stuff TV presenter and late diagnosed ADHDer Hester Grainger LIVE on the road with ADHD UNMASKED.

Kai: Evolution

Wednesday 28th May 2025

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington is set to dazzle audiences across the UK & Ireland with his highly anticipated 2025 dance tour.

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Spanish City

Live/Wire The AC/DC Show 2025

Friday 30th May 2025

For the about to ROCK!

Mike Peters, From the Alarm: Love, Hope, Strength

Saturday 31st May 2025

To coincide with the publication of his self-penned, multi-edition autobiography – also called Love Hope Strength – Mike is hitting the road.

A Vision of Elvis

Saturday 7th June 2025

Star of the show Rob Kingsley, winner of The National Tribute Music Awards "Official Elvis Show" and "No.1 Male Tribute"

Taylormania

Sunday 8th June 2025

Following their hit sold out event earlier this year, Taylormania return to Whitley Bay! An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary artists of our time.

CODA: A tribute to Led Zeppelin

Saturday 14th June 2025

Europe's most authentic and exciting Led Zeppelin tribute band, paying homage to the world's most influential and successful rock band ever!

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Power Ballads

Sunday 15th June 2025

Big hair, big voices and big fun - Power Ballads transports us to a time when music was larger than life and massive arenas sang as one with the bands that defined the era.

Craig Revel Horwood

Wednesday 18th June 2025

The Strictly legend brings his tour to Whitley Bay!

Adult Panto: Big Dick Whittington

Friday 20th June 2025

The Adult Pantomime is back for its 7th year with the pantomime paved with gold...BIG Dick Whittington

Living The Life Of Riley

Wednesday 9th July 2025

Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma.

Whitney: Queen Of The Night

Thursday 24th July 2025

Direct from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.

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Frankie's Guys

Saturday 13th September 2025

Featuring stars from the global smash-hit musical Jersey Boys, Frankie’s Guys have become internationally renowned for their astonishing vocal harmonies, slick dance moves, and the electric atmosphere they bring to the stage.

We Three Kings - Of Rock n Roll

Wednesday September 2025

A good old fashioned Rock n Roll show that's all about the music!

John Lydon: I Could be Wrong, I Could Be Right

Thursday 2nd October 2025

Legend and icon John Lydon will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career, during a one-off 54-date UK tour.

Uptown Girl: The Billy Joel Collection

Saturday 11th October

Uptown Girl - The Billy Joel Collection celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest American musicians of all time.

Talon: The Best of Eagles

Friday 17th October 2025

Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK

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Fletwood Bac 2025

Saturday 18th October 2025

The world’s first and are regarded as the UK’s most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute show, raved about by Peter Green’s biographer, and were the first Fleetwood Mac tribute band to fully replicate the classic Stevie, Lindsey, Christine, John & Mick ‘Rumours’ line-up.