Event Calendar
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Sunday 6th July 2025
The wonderful Saturday Stage Schools return to the Playhouse stage!
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.
Thursday 10th July 2025
Following phenomenal success for their last tour, The Drifters are back on the road with a string of dates for 2025, with a line up hand-picked by Tina Treadwell herself - President of the Treadwell Entertainment Group and owner of The Drifters name.
Saturday 12th July 2025
Join us for a celebration of music, dance and drama. A wonderful showcase of the work of their incredible staff and members.
Sunday 13th July 2025
Abby's Theatre and Dance Academy are back on the Playhouse stage with their fantastic new show!
Thursday July 17th 2025
The nation’s favourite double act, Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice, are Together Again in 2025 with a BRAND NEW SHOW!
Saturday 19th July 2025
North Shields based dance academy Decote Dance return to the Playhouse stage for their brand new show for 2025 - 'Moving On Up'
Sunday 20th July 2025
Mulvay Dance Academy bring their 2025 event to Playhouse Whitley Bay on Sunday 20th July 2025!
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.
Sunday 27th July 2025
A showcase of dance, gymnastics and performance from Move It Studios comes to Playhouse Whitley Bay on Sunday 21st July 2024.
Friday 1st & 2nd August 2025
Tumble down the rabbit hole and enter a world of wonder with ALICE IN WONDERLAND!
Wednesday 6th August 2025
High energy, folk rock and roll at its best
Monday 11th August 2025
Based on the bestselling picture book about taking a chance
Sunday 17th August 2025
Join for another Fireman Sam adventure
Wednesday 20th August 2025
The UK's Premier Tribute to Global Phenomenon... 'Ms Rachel'!
Friday 22nd August 2025
For one night only join us for an explosive celebration to one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene - Sir Thomas Jones Woodward or as we all know him - SIR TOM JONES!
Saturday 23rd August 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.
Sunday 24th August 2025
The ultimate pop concert comes to Whitley Bay!
Friday 29th August 2025
This breath taking tribute to Tina Turner celebrates the amazing life and work of the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll!
Saturday 30th August 2025
Join us for all your favourite hits featuring songs by Sweet, Mud, Alice Cooper, Sailor, David Essex and many more!
Saturday 6th September 2025
A celebration of talent comes to Whitley Bay!
Wednesday 10th September 2025
‘Utterly, surreally brilliant’ - Mick Wall, Classic Rock Magazine
Thursday 11th September 2025
Experience the pure rock 'n' roll euphoria of Bruce Springsteen as this outstanding show brings his iconic sound to life.
Friday 12th September 2025
Come together, right now–it’s time to shake it up baby with the sensational The Magic of the Beatles
Saturday 13th September 2025
A Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Sunday 14th September 2025
Quadruple Threat. Acts, Sings, Dances, Pours a decent pint. Rotherham's finest export since Paul Sha!
Monday 15th September 2025
Katie and Kerry are coming to Whitley Bay as part of their tell-all tour!
Thursday 18th September 2025
Step back in time with Creedence Clearwater Review’s The Cosmos Factory Tour, a vibrant celebration of the iconic Cosmo’s Factory album and the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival!
Friday 19th September 2025
The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades!
Saturday 20th September 2025
Join us for a night of unforgettable female rock!
Sunday 21st September 2025
The heart-warming show packed full of music, comedy and amazing animal effects is suited to all ages from toddlers to grownups.
Wednesday 24th September 2025
A good old fashioned Rock n Roll show that's all about the music!
Thursday 25th September 2025
Climb aboard for a night of ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour features a new collection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!
Friday September 26th 2025
T.Rextasy have performed around the world for over 20 years and the band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to T.Rex.
Saturday 27th September 2025
Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks will embark upon her ‘Long Farewell Tour’.
Sunday 28th September 2025
Paying tribute to some of the greatest names in rock history, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Cream, Voodoo Room are a stunning power-trio featuring some of the UK's finest musicians.
Wednesday 1st October 2025
The Beast UK have taken the Iron Maiden Tribute scene by storm!
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.
Friday 3rd October 2025
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville!
Saturday 4th October 2025
Genesis Connected is a tribute show celebrating the Hits of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics.
Sunday 5th October 2025
A Journey Back To The Swinging 60s!
Tuesday 7th October 2025
After the success of the ‘Material Girl’ and ‘Much Betta!’ tours, Baga Chipz is Back! Bigger, louder and 'MUCH BETTA' than ever!
Wednesday 8th October 2025
After 62 episodes, 21 years and a record-breaking run of live shows, these 'Auld Pals' will share stories of their time on the show and individual careers, lifting the lid on some of the secrets that have lead them to be Scotland’s most admired household names.
Thursday October 9th 2025
The Only UK touring show dedicated to the maestro and legend Barry White.
Friday 10th October 2025
The highly acclaimed show producer and No.1 recording artist, Steve Steinman, brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits.
Saturday 11th October
Uptown Girl - The Billy Joel Collection celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest American musicians of all time.
Sunday 12th October 2025
Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines!
Wednesday 15th October 2025
An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.
Thursday 16th October 2025
Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK
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.
Wednesday 22nd - Saturday 25th October 2025
Matinee performance Saturday 25th October 2.15pm
Sunday 26th October 2025
Joe McElderry back in Whitley Bay with his brand new tour for 2025.
Tuesday 28th October 2025
This incredible production stars the world ’s leading MJ tribute artist Navi who is joined on stage by Michael Jackson’s iconic guitarist – Jennifer Batten.
Wednesday 29th October 2025
Sydnie Christmas, the sensational winner of UK’s Britain’s Got Talent 2024, has swiftly become one of the most talked-about vocal talents in the world. Her breath-taking performances during the show captured the hearts of millions, including the notoriously tough judge, Simon Cowell, who declared; “That was brilliant, absolutely brilliant. 11 out of 10.”
Friday 31st October 2025
The Police, Hollywood, And Other Adventures.
Sunday 2nd - Wednesday 5th November 2025
CAST Productions Presents Shrek The Musical
Thursday 6th November 2025
Get ready to rock your way through an unforgettable journey with the only show to be endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself!
Friday 7th November 2025
If you love 80s music don’t miss 80s Live! The feel-good, interactive retro party experience!
Saturday 8th November 2025
As proud 5-time NTA award winners, the Chicago Blues Brothers feature a dynamic live band, led by frontmen Chris Hindle and Gareth Davey, and backed by the sensational Sweet Soul Sisters!
Friday 14th November 2025
The Ultimate Tribute Concert To Celine Dion
Saturday 15th November 2025
Do you wanna get rocked?
Sunday 16th November 2025
Gillian Quinn School of Theatre dance presents Coppelia
Monday 17th November 2025
Over the course of his remarkable solo career, Hay developed a reputation as a gifted raconteur with serious comedy chops, and his frequent appearances at LA’s Largo club helped garner him a legion of fans in the entertainment world.
Tuesday 18th November 2025
Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a curious newcomer, this show will equip you with the tools to foster a deeper connection with your four-legged companion.
Thursday 20th November 2025
Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2025 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.
Friday 21st November 2025
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ – get ready to embark on a musical journey back to the 70s where disco reigned supreme and ABBA ruled the charts!
Wednesday 26th November 2025
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and that means it’s time to get well and truly into the Christmas spirit as smash hit musical production THE ELVIS YEARS AT CHRISTMAS brings its very special seasonal twist to theatres across the UK.
Friday 28th November 2025
Performing live versions of: Hand In Glove, How Soon Is Now, This Charming Man and loads more.
Fri 5th Dec 2025 - Sat 3rd Jan 2026
Tickets on sale now!
Friday 9th January 2026
The Ultimate Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter & Olivia Rodrigo
Tuesday 13th - Sunday 18th January 2026
The Whitley Bay Panto Society return with their brand new production of Robin Hood
Thursday 29th January 2026
The nation's favourite psychic is back on tour!
Saturday 31st January 2026
An unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza.
Wednesday 4th February 2026
Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons.
Friday 6th February 2026
With a brand-new show complete with stunning light and video show, prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular.
Monday 9th & Tuesday 10th February 2026
The sensational multi award-winning West End show is back on the road and triumphantly visits Whitley Bay as part of its 2025-26 UK Tour.
Saturday 14th February 2026
Direct from London's West End! The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time.
Thursday 19th February 2026
A celebration of music from, and a tribute to, the greatest rock ’n’ roll band Britain has ever seen…Oasis!
Friday 20th February 2026
Join us as Jimmy Love and his amazing live band take you down the Yellow Brick Road with two hours of glorious Elton hits
Saturday 21st February 2026
The ultimate soul party returns to Whitley Bay!
Thursday 26th February 2026
Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime.
Saturday 28th February 2026
The ultimate crime fiction event returns to Whitley Bay!
Sunday 1st March 2026
Come and share the passion for Pink Floyd’s music, in our true celebration of all things Floyd!
Friday 6th March 2026
Catch this chance to see viral sensations The Vintage Explosion live before they go global!
Friday 13th March 2026
Join the fabulous Denise Van Outen for an unforgettable night of music, laughter and stories from her dazzling career. With timeless songs and behind-the-scenes tales, this is Denise as you’ve never seen her before — up close, unfiltered and utterly unforgettable.
Friday 20th March 2026
This will be The Fureys final visit to the Playhouse Whitley Bay, The Fureys will play their last ever concert here as part of their farewell tour.
Wednesday 25th March 2026
The perfect blend of country and Southern rock, prepare to be lifted by heartfelt lyrics and authentic storytelling through Luke's songs about all things love, heartbreak and family
Saturday 28th March 2026
Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever.
Saturday 28th March 2026
Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever.
Sunday 29th March 2026
Abby's Theatre and Dance Academy are back on the Playhouse stage with their fantastic new show!
Saturday 25th April 2026
Get ready to swing into the Golden Age of Hollywood and experience the timeless sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr with The Rat Pack - Live In Concert.
Saturday 9th May 2026
They skyrocketed to worldwide stardom 60 years ago with No.1 hits Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man and Sherry – so, come out tonight as we celebrate all of their million-selling hits.
Sunday 10th May 2026
John Power is part of the Liverpudlian tradition that spawned The Beatles, Echo & The Bunnymen, The La’s, and his own band, Cast.
Wednesday 3rd June 2026
The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Featuring an incredible live band, using huge projection photos and original film footage.
Thursday 4th June 2026
It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.
Sunday 7th June 2026
Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation’s favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’, Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond!
Thursday 11th June 2026
Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home).
Friday 12th June 2026
Come celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.
Friday 26th June 2026
AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love of this legendary live act.
Saturday 25th July 2026
Be part of a night like no other as we bring you the ultimate celebration of one the biggest bands to have ever graced the stage – Queen
Friday 7th August 2026
Following two sold out Playhouse shows in 2025, Taylormania are back with their award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary artists of our time.
Saturday 26th September 2026
A night of laughter, cabaret, mystery, and glamour!
Friday 9th October 2026
Join Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legendary Roy Orbison and the iconic Traveling Wilburys!
Friday 16th October 2026
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most dangerous and hidden aspects of murder investigations.