The incredible ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical’ have announced more tour dates and West End shows throughout 2025! Spontaneous musical comedy at its finest, this is the first ever long-form improv show to have a full West End run and to be nominated and win an Olivier Award. For those who haven’t yet experienced the live phenomenon that is ‘Showstopper! The Improvised Musical’, the show is a fully-realised musical created on the spot from audience suggestions. The cast take ideas for settings, genres, musical styles and the show title and weave it into ingenious storylines with hilarious characters. From Lin Manuel Miranda to Stephen Sondheim, whether it’s set in a primary school, Ancient Egypt, or a mattress shop – if the audience thinks it, The Showstoppers can turn it into a hit musical. The majority of the cast also have much acclaim with founder member Ruth Bratt being part of the famous Comedy Store Players, the longest running impro show in the country; Pippa Evans being a regular on BBC Radio 4, has toured with I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and wrote ‘Now That's What I Call A Musical!’ (that’s currently on UK tour). The pilot of Hopping, a new comedy from Lucy Trodd and Susan Harrison, aired on BBC Radio 4 and Matt Cavendish appeared on this year’s Royal Variety Performance with Mischief Theatre's ‘A Comedy About Spies’. Co-founder Adam Meggido directed the West End and Broadway hit show Peter Pan Goes Wrong. The incredibly talented West End star Miracle Chance (Roald Dahl’s The Witches at the National Theatre, Veronica Sawyer in Heathers at The Other Palace) has just joined the cast. The Showstoppers also regularly run improvisation workshops and courses for beginners and professionals and have a successful podcast - The Showstopper! Podcast, with recent guests including Zizi Strallen, Rufus Hound and Reuben Kaye. The Showstoppers have performed created more than 1,000 brand new musicals since they were formed in 2008 but they don’t stop working hard at their craft – they have to learn to improvise in the style of every hit show that comes to town, and they always encourage audiences to challenge them and keep them on their toes. As a result, they continue fill theatres, delight audiences and win awards. In 2024 they were in the Top 10 best reviewed shows of entire Edinburgh Fringe – for the second year running - no mean feat in their 15th year selling out the Pleasance Grand once more!

Johnny Cash Roadshow, a show not to be missed by avid fans or the casual listener. The only show to be endorsed by the Cash family! This year prepare for a musical adventure with the biggest production to date. The UK’s No.1 celebration of Johnny Cash, fronted by award winning singer/songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show! Also featuring ‘June Carter’ and the ‘Carter Sisters’ (on selected shows) along with the ‘Roadshow Horns.’ All aspects of Cash’s life are covered with impeccable taste. The show takes the audience from the 1950s right up to 2002 and all the stops in between. All the greatest hits are included, along with unmissable songs from every one of the five decade’s that the Man in Black’s career spanned. All this accompanied by evocative screen images and shots from Johnny Cash’s life.

Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making.

The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show NAMASTE where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet. No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them... You have been warned.

Direct from London’s West End and following their sensational Las Vegas debut, these fearless and fabulous Queenz are bringing their electrifying live vocal drag-stravaganza to the stage. Get ready for a night where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide, delivering the ultimate celebration of pop royalty through the decades. Not just glitz and glamour - Drag Me To The Disco is packed with undeniable heart, powerhouse talent, and breathtaking vocals. Prepare to sing your heart out, laugh until it hurts, and even shed a tear as these queens take you on a rollercoaster of emotion and high-energy entertainment. With more sequins, surprises, and star power than ever before, this dazzling spectacle is a must-see. Unfiltered fun. Unstoppable talent. And, of course, Disco Divas!

The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’. Experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.

The BAFTA-winning comedian, ‘national sensation’ (Evening Standard) and ‘extremely funny’ (Daily Telegraph) Iain Stirling, is bringing his intuitive razor-sharp humour back on tour with a brand new stand-up show for 2024. As the iconic voice of Love Island, star and writer of sitcom Buffering on ITV, and with his own stand-up special, Failing Upwards, on Prime Video, Iain hits the road once more with a brand new hour (of jokes) in his biggest tour to date! (It’s called RELEVANT if you’re interested). Touring the UK and Ireland in 2024. (May contain strong language and adult material; suitable for 16+.)

Direct from London’s West End The first national tour of the greatest musicals of All time performed by a sensational live band and character singers, giant screen with Sing along lyrics. Mamma Mia, The Greatest Showman, Grease, Dirty Dancing, Les Mis, Phantom, Rocky Horror, Mary Poppins, Oliver, We Will Rock You and many more.

Rude Science Live The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world. Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science. Expect enormous bottoms, frt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins in this celebration of the fascinating bodily science essential to life. The show transforms complex biology, physics and chemistry into educational hilarity using Stef’s signature stunts and encyclopaedic science knowledge. Stefan Gates is an award-winning presenter of 20 TV series (including five for CBBC including Incredible Edibles, Gastrolab and Gastronuts), and a STEM author of 12 books (including Fartology and Science You Can Eat), and he’s internationally renowned for his clever, high-octane, highly-educational stage shows that inspire young audiences to fall in love with science.

By Katori Hall Directed by Nathan Powell Presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED. After making his monumental ‘I’ve Been to the Mountaintop’ speech against the advice of his colleagues on Wednesday 3rd April, 1968, Dr Martin Luther King checks into room 306 of the Lorraine Motel. Exhausted, conflicted and alone, he orders room service, but instead finds himself served with some unexpected questions from the audacious waitress who unflinchingly cross-examines the makings and misgivings of a hero. THE MOUNTAINTOP explores the place where hope and history converge in this captivating, emotional and heart-stopping retelling of Dr. Martin Luther King’s last night on this earth.

Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new lineup! Featuring Senior Investigating officer Colin Sutton, who caught serial killer Levi Bellfield and ‘Night Stalker’ Delroy Grant. Join us for a chilling, thrilling night at the theatre as Colin, who was head of a Metropolitan Police murder squad tells us the stories of how he caught some of the UK’s most evil murderers. In this all-new show, Colin; who the ITV drama series ‘Manhunt,’ played by Martin Clunes, is based on, will talk you through his remarkable career and what it is like to chase and catch a serial killer in a unique and one-off night at the theatre – for true crime fans and theatre goers alike.

The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo. The band – who clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club – brilliantly exude the inner and outer spirit of the original Fab Four. From the costumes, instruments, cheeky Scouse wit and, of course, that brilliant era-defining Mersey sound, The Mersey Beatles stunning live stage show is a gloriously presented hit-packed celebration of the music that changed the world. Throughout two unforgettable hours, they take the audience on a fabulous ride through the ‘mop top’ hits of Beatlemania, the psychedelic creativity of Sgt Pepper to the melodic wonder and energy of the Fab Four’s later work.

A musical about the rise, fall and reunion of The Everly Brothers. Featuring hits such as 'Bye Bye Love', 'All I Have to Do is Dream' and 'Cathy's Clown'.

Yee-haw! You’ve heard of The Man With No Name? Well, here’s The Man With No Shame. Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his UK tour. “Yes, it has a Western theme,” the old buckaroo confirms, sipping Bourbon from a pint tankard. “It was only a matter of time before I eased myself into some chaps” he adds, dabbing his temples with a damp flannel. Julian is sure that the men in the audience will be so eager to join his posse they won’t be able to keep their hands off his Rawhide. The lucky few will play with him on stage in the Hang ‘em Low saloon, where Wild Bill Hickok used to meet his special friend, Raving Clarence la Fruit. But life in the Old West was tough. Not all of Julian’s wild bunch will be around to witness the final shoot-out that will result in Julian giving himself selflessly at high noon to the last man standing. Who knows what else he’ll do for a few dollars more?

Critically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour show: Aston. Expect Jamali’s trademark brutally honest and unflinching perspectives on the world at large. His last tours have sold out shows across the globe, playing the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. He is a regular on the series of Never Mind the Buzzcocks for Sky and was one of the most anarchic Taskmaster contestants the show has ever seen. Additionally, he was a regular contributor for Frankie Boyle’s New World Order (BBC Two) and has been seen on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Late Late Show with James Corden as well as many others.

Join Bing and his friends Sula, Pando, Coco, Amma and of course Flop as they get ready to celebrate his special day in the brand-new live stage show, Bing's Birthday! It’s Bing’s birthday and everyone is very excited! Things won't always go to plan but, with the guidance of Flop and his friends, Bing has a birthday he won't ever forget. And you’re all invited too! Come along, dress up and have fun with lots of songs and joining in as we all celebrate Bing's Birthday in the theatre!

Join us for An Evening with Paul Merson, as the football star discusses his illustrious career with Arsenal, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Portsmouth and England. He’ll talk about games, dressing room/training ground stories, managers, fall outs and everything you wanted to know about playing for a successful football club. Merson will open up about his experiences both on and off the pitch, his addictions, his media career and so much more. Paul’s wit and charisma makes an entertaining night and engaging evening for all football fans. Talksport and ex Arsenal team mate Perry Groves will host an evening and a Q&A with a chance to pose your questions to Paul. A limited number of VIP tickets are available, affording the opportunity for a meet and greet with the legendary players and a photograph opportunity before the show.

Stitches Comedy Club will be back with another stellar line up in October! Opening the show is star of Live At The Apollo, Mash Report and even Question Time, Geoff Norcott! Next up is regular of Mock The Week, and star of The News Quiz, Live At The Apollo and House of Games, Angela Barnes! Headliner is comedy legend from stage and screen for the last 20 years, American comedian Reginald D Hunter, who has been on every single TV show there is, including Have I Got News For You, QI, Live At The Apollo and House of Games to name just a few! All held together by award winning comedian and compere James Alderson!

SPITFIRE GIRLS By Katherine Senior INSPIRED BY REMARKABLE TRUE EVENTS “It’s built for us, isn’t it? The Spitfire. Built for women.” New Year’s Eve, 1959. Decades after answering the call, two women separated by the war meet again as the rain hammers down on the windows of The Spitfire pub. As we hear their story, we’re transported back to a time when female pioneers defied expectations and soared through the skies. Spitfire Girls is inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII and the incredible bond that tied them together. Funny and heart-warming, this is an untold story of strength, courage and loss. But above all else, hope. Recommended ages 10+. Spitfire Girls was developed with the support of the National Theatre’s Generate programme. This production contains themes of war.

A Glorious Night of Glamour, Laughter and Feel-Good Fun Roll up, roll up... the UK’s longest-running burlesque show is back touring the nation with a thrilling new twist! Presenting An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret - a dazzling celebration of cabaret, burlesque and world-class entertainment. This ultimate variety show blends stylish cabaret, comedy, music and burlesque into a spectacular extravaganza of glitz and glamour. Featuring dazzling showgirls, specialty cabaret artists and stars of the stage and screen, this is a night of sophistication and stunning performances. Expect fun, feathers and fabulous costumes as we showcase the finest selection of specialty artistes, comedians and champagne showgirls. With its blend of cabaret charm and burlesque allure, this sensational show promises a uniquely seductive experience that redefines variety for the 21st century. Burlesque has enraptured audiences for centuries, and An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret delivers the very best in contemporary burlesque and cabaret artistry. Expect the unexpected with plenty of glitter, glamour and unforgettable moments. It’s cocktails and cabaret o’clock - a night to remember awaits! Age restriction: 18+

Join Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story for an unforgettable evening celebrating the legendary Roy Orbison and the iconic Traveling Wilburys! Experience captivating performance’s that brings the timeless hits and heartfelt stories to life. Enjoy classic hits like "Oh, Pretty Woman," "Crying," and "Only the Lonely," performed with passion and authenticity and relive the magic of the Travelling Wilburys with favourites such as "Handle with Care" and "End of the Line."  With a sprinkling of selected songs from Johnny Cash, ELO, and Tom Petty, The Roy Orbison Story showcases the vast influence of The Big O and his friends on rock and pop music.  Barry Steele, a celebrated performer, captures the essence of these musical icons with his dynamic stage presence and vocal talent. - Not only is this production perfect for fans of all ages, this show also promises to take you on a nostalgic journey through some of the greatest songs in music history.  Feel the energy of live performance as the show  brings these classic songs to life in a way that only a live show can. Don’t miss this chance to relive the magic of Roy Orbison and his contemporaries! Grab your friends and family and get ready for a night filled with unforgettable music and memories. 

Critically-acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night. Fronted by Dan Haynes and Pete Richards collectively known as Bookends, the show is a “masterpiece” (BBC Radio) in musicianship; exquisitely recreating the unmistakable sound of Simon & Garfunkel. Featuring all the iconic songs, including The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, The Boxer and the smash hit Bridge Over Troubled Water. This live concert experience is without a doubt the most authentic tribute to Simon & Garfunkel touring the world today.

Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost! The Baddies love being bad. They roar, spook and cast wicked spells to try and scare a girl out of her wits…who will succeed? Or perhaps the girl is braver than they think… With songs by Joe Stilgoe (Zog and Zog and The Flying Doctors), The Baddies is a wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit story. A laugh-out-loud riot for all the family. Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

Following an election year – with the country in turmoil – there’s only one comedian who can kill the mood even further… Nish Kumar – one of The Guardian and The Telegraph’s 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century – is back on tour with his brand new politically-charged stand-up show, Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe, with extra dates now added due to phenomenal demand. Expect jokes about climate collapse, income inequality and the emotional sensation of being a British Indian man who didn’t vote for a British Indian Prime Minister. Sweet, sweet vibe killing. As seen and heard on The Mash Report, Taskmaster, Pod Save the UK, Live at the Apollo, Hold the Front Page and your favourite tabloid newspaper. Presented by Plosive Live in association with PBJ Management.

When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue and an actual audience member is chosen to star in the show. What follows is a madcap medley of impromptu games and spontaneous solutions as the desperate director does his best to keep this faithful production going. But with stage whiskey being swapped, off-the-cuff auditions being held and muffins being eaten (no matter what state they’re in), there’s just no telling what this unique version of The Importance of Being Earnest is going to throw up. Especially when more audience members are drafted in to replace an ever-thinning cast… With the script ripped up and rewritten, can the show reach its fabulous finale, just as Oscar Wilde intended? This one-of-a-kind comedy sensation is completely different, completely chaotic, and completely Wilde every single night. And who knows, you might even become a star yourself! Guaranteed to have you laughing whether you’re sitting in the audience… or performing onstage …Earnest? is perfect for fans of The Play That Goes Wrong and Noises Off!

A delightful dragontastic show for pop princesses and naughty knights. Full House Theatre's new family show is about to explode into a theatre near you bringing this bestselling picture book to life on stage. The whole family will enjoy laugh-out-loud comedy, cool puppets, sing along pop anthems and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon. Feisty Sue is not your everyday fairy tale superstar, in fact she's The Worst Princess. After being rescued by her twit of a prince she's ready to start her happy end. But first she'll have to make friends with a dragon, escape from a tower and set the Prince's pants on fire with her new fire-breathing bestie. Will Sue find her happily ever after?.

Counting Down to Christmas is a show made especially for very young audiences. It’s nearly Christmas, but Ebbie doesn’t care. They’re far too busy to bother with decorations, Christmas shopping is such a fuss, and they don’t even like mince pies! But when a mysterious envelope is posted through Ebbie’s letterbox, it’s the start of a series of events that will change how Ebbie feels about Christmas forever. With original music, colourful design and sensory elements, Counting Down to Christmas is full of surprises and festive magic. An enchanting adventure for little ones and their grown ups from the creative team who brought you Second Star to the Right and Down the Rabbit Hole. All performances will be relaxed and baby friendly.

“Bah! Humbug! What reason have you to be merry?” Here’s a great one… featuring a cast of 50 young performers, this vibrant tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and one unforgettable night comes vividly to life in a festive musical that will delight families next Christmas. We are bringing this show back by popular demand after a sell out season in 2023. A Christmas Carol is a classic that will take you on a journey of discovery and leave you feeling uplifted- the perfect way to get you into the Christmas spirit. A timeless story with music for today and a cast that represents the future.

Counting Down to Christmas is a show made especially for very young audiences. It’s nearly Christmas, but Ebbie doesn’t care. They’re far too busy to bother with decorations, Christmas shopping is such a fuss, and they don’t even like mince pies! But when a mysterious envelope is posted through Ebbie’s letterbox, it’s the start of a series of events that will change how Ebbie feels about Christmas forever. With original music, colourful design and sensory elements, Counting Down to Christmas is full of surprises and festive magic. An enchanting adventure for little ones and their grown ups from the creative team who brought you Second Star to the Right and Down the Rabbit Hole. All performances will be relaxed and baby friendly. Originally devised with the company in Autumn 2023 at MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton. Deviser & Author Victoria Briggs, Director Sarah Shepard, Set & Costume Designer Rachel Baynton, Composer & Sound Designer David Lewington.

“Bah! Humbug! What reason have you to be merry?” Here’s a great one… featuring a cast of 50 young performers, this vibrant tale of Ebenezer Scrooge and one unforgettable night comes vividly to life in a festive musical that will delight families next Christmas. We are bringing this show back by popular demand after a sell out season in 2023. A Christmas Carol is a classic that will take you on a journey of discovery and leave you feeling uplifted- the perfect way to get you into the Christmas spirit. A timeless story with music for today and a cast that represents the future.

Children of Eden is a spectacular musical that explores the stories of Adam and Eve, their children Cain and Abel and other characters from the Book of Genesis through the personal lens of the families involved. Spanning the origins of life, the temptation of Eve, the trials of Cain and Abel and humanity’s great escape on Noah’s Ark, this epic musical family drama captivates audiences with its universal themes. Featuring an unforgettable score by Stephen Schwartz – the award-winning composer of Wicked – Children of Eden delivers a powerhouse of emotionally resonant and iconic songs, including “The Spark of Creation”, "Lost in the Wilderness", “In Whatever Time We Have” and “The Hardest Part of Love”. In July 2025, multi-award-winning SOS Presents will be taking this rarely performed masterpiece to new creative heights. With innovative staging involving animated projections on moving back-cloths, bold choreography and a stellar cast of talented performers, this production promises to be an unmissable theatrical experience. Book by John Caird, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Based on a concept by Charles Lisanby, with Orchestrations by Bruce Coughlin and Martin Erskine. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International and all authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI (www.mtishows.co.uk).

Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and stunning animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. His fanatical following of little and not so little fans has grown immeasurably over the last couple of years due to the phenomenal success of the CBeebies show ‘Nick Cope’s Popcast’, now in its third series. Nick has a magical way of reaching into people’s hearts, igniting children’s imagination in an organic, unpatronizing, educational and fun way. With his charming songs and humour Nick engages, entertains, and enthrals all generations. Nick’s live performances are legendary. If you haven’t heard his songs or seen his shows before, come along and find out what you’ve been missing.

Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show featuring the incredible Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. Xenna embodies every essence of Taylor Swift, capturing her voice, signature looks, and magnetic charisma. Whether performing in an intimate venue or a packed stadium, audiences are up on their feet dancing and singing along to the huge success of this tribute to the multi-Brit and Grammy Award-winning artist. From her country roots to her chart-topping pop hits, Xenna delivers a thrilling journey through “The Eras” of Taylor's illustrious career. Audiences will be transported to Taylor Swift’s world as they sing along to timeless classics like "Love Story," "Blank Space," and "Shake It Off." With stunning replica costume changes, captivating storytelling, and incredible dancers, that ensures an unforgettable ‘Eras Tour’ experience for fans of all ages. Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie, or simply love great music, this is the ultimate homage to one of the biggest stars in the world. Get ready to relive Taylor Swift's greatest hits in a show that is as close to the real thing as it gets!

Mark Simmons combines hilarious one-liners with an irresistible love of performing, to resonate with audiences at virtual and in-person events. His award-winning stand-up is a cut above the rest, setting Mark apart on the booking circuit and leading him to perform on some of the most prestigious comedy stages in the UK.

An empowering and chuckle-out-loud story about embracing change – whether we like it or not. “In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free…A Koala called Kevin clung to a tree”. Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friends the wombats and kangaroos as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!” Based on the multi-million copy selling book by Rachel Bright & Jim Field published by Hachette Children’s Group, this brand-new adaptation for stage is directed by Emma Earle (Oi Frog & Friends), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer.

The Last Rose of Summer is a brand new one-act musical inspired by Jane Austen’s life and her connection to Southampton. Created by the exciting writing team, Daisy Chute and Rebecca Brewer, we meet Jane, her family and the characters of her stories as she grapples with her ambition and society’s expectations of a Regency Lady. This exciting contemporary musical is a fresh look at one of the UK’s greatest writers. An all-female creative team will bring this fantastic new piece to life including choreography from prestigious dance companies Birmingham Royal Ballet and Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures. Featuring a cast of 50 talented local young people this production is one not to be missed. Part of the nationwide Austen 250 celebrations, marking the 250th year since Jane Austen was born in Hampshire, The Last Rose of Summer will be developed over two weeks. With support gratefully received from our partners, Southampton Forward.

“A thing of beauty is a joy forever” – John Keats A double bill of beautiful, exhilarating and new dance by award winning choreographer Rosie Kay with her new company, K2CO. Fantasia is inspired by the relationship between music and dance, Fantasia is a tour-de-force danced by three exquisite female dancers. With music by Vivaldi, Beethoven and Bach, this is a treat for the senses. Adult Female Dancer is Kay’s first and only autobiographical solo work, danced by Kay herself. Moving, honest and ultimately fully life- affirming. A feast of dance, full of honesty, beauty and joy. Expect to leave the theatre with the desire to dance!

Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage. At each show this extraordinarily talented company use audience suggestions to create a unique, original and extremely comical murder mystery just for you. All you have to do... is solve it! Ms Gold poisoned at a synchronised swimming gala? Dr Blue exploded by cannon during a hot air balloon race? Professor Violet crushed to death at a Love Island recoupling? You decide!

A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with Britain’s best-loved wordsmith. Following her hit show The Secret Life of Words, Susie Dent is back with a brand-new collection of facts and stories from the wonderful world of words. Have you ever wondered whether there’s a word for going to the fridge for the umpteenth time in search of something new? Or puzzled over why a group of crows is called a ‘murder’, while owls form a ‘parliament’? Is teen slang actually designed to make us tear our hair out? And just how many words do we need for being drunk? With the help of funny, insightful, and head-scratching examples, Susie will entertain and educate us with her pick of language’s greatest hits. Word Perfect will remind us just how unpredictable, wayward, and utterly magical our mother tongue can be.

Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is back in town! What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him, and he even ends up on a fire! How will Stick Man ever get back to the family tree? This award-winning production, from the team behind Zog and Zog and the Flying Doctors, features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. ★★★★★ ‘Wonderfully exuberant and imaginative! Our 3-year-old was engrossed from start to finish’ Time Out Critics’ Choice ★★★★ ‘Zesty and delightful. A clever compelling treat’ Independent ★★★★ ‘More fun than you can shake a stick at’ Daily Mail ★★★★ ‘Julia Donaldson’s miniature epic. Sally Cookson and her team recreate the book with vigour and imagination’ Times

Lost Atoms tells the story of a relationship: an extraordinary, transformative love. Or is that only in hindsight? Perhaps it was just typical? Or toxic? Or doomed from the start? One thing’s for sure: It changed their lives. Two people plunge deep into their shared pasts and propel themselves into multiple imagined futures. At times hilarious, at times devastating, Lost Atoms explores how memory impacts the way we look at love, and asks what makes a truly “successful” relationship? Following sellout tours of Othello and Metamorphosis Frantic Assembly returns with a brand-new play for its 30th Anniversary year, written by Anna Jordan (Succession, Killing Eve, The Unreturning, Yen).

A jazz celebration through the decades, capturing the voices, moments and history that have shaped Southampton. Join us for a vibrant music concert celebrating Southampton’s rich and diverse jazz story, exploring how key moments through the decades reflect an important era in the city’s social history. With live music performances, captivating narration and stunning visuals. Experience a specially assembled house band and exceptional guest vocalists performing unique arrangements of songs that resonate with key moments in the city’s history. This concert offers a compelling blend of music and storytelling, making it a must-see event. Southampton Forward is proud to collaborate with Musical Director Peter Edwards, Kevin Appleby from Turner Sims, and Don John – founder of Black History Month South – to create an unforgettable journey.

Described as the funniest dad on Instagram, stand-up comedian George has racked up hundreds of millions of views for his hilarious online sketches about the big things in life, like owning an air fryer, watching a David Beckham documentary, and the excruciating experience of trying to do a jigsaw with your kid. Now he's bringing his brand-new stand-up show to the stage. It wont just be about parenting though, because he has done loads this year. He's bought a new hoover, watched some more stuff on Netflix loads.

Celebrate the original soul legend in an immersive concert experience that goes beyond imitation and captures the raw essence of The Godfather’s unmatched legacy with The James Brown Experience. Taking audiences on a journey through funk, soul and civil rights, The James Brown Experience explores the life and soul of The Hardest Working Man in Show Business in his own words. This amazing show is anchored by The New Soul Generals, a 9-piece funk orchestra whose musicians have toured with the likes of Jamiroquai, Mark Ronson, Amy Winehouse and Martha Reeves. Featuring high-octane dance numbers, heart-wrenching ballads, and timeless classics including all the big hits, such as I Feel Good, Man's World, Get Up Offa That Thing, Sex Machine, Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag, and many more, the music in this show is unrivalled by any other.

Geoffrey Frank Norcott is an English comedian, writer and political commentator. He first performed in 2001 and has appeared on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Question Time, and written for The Daily Telegraph, The Independent and Spiked.

A family struggles in silence under the pressure of parenthood, micro-aggressions and a series of never ending medical appointments. “The Feeling” has been devised by a female and non-binary creative team, alongside 100’s of voices across a large spectrum of people and cultures across Southampton. Built into the script is verbatim and real stories from a series of focus groups including: men, the LGBTQ+ community, those who have suffered with infertility, young people going through puberty and women going through or who have been through menopause. At its core the play is a cry for help from a community of voices who have felt at any one time silenced. A question as to how we can change this culture of silence by tackling shame within our education systems, medical systems and peer/family groups. We aim to increase understanding around female reproductive health care and LGBTQ+ health care inequities, as well as generate discussion around the language and reform we can use to make healthcare in Southampton and England not just accessible, but equal to all. Following the 2pm performance there will be a Q&A with stakeholders, policymakers, community members, including young people (14-25 yrs) from Southampton to collectively discuss how we can support female reproductive health & LGBTQ+ healthcare for future generations. Please reserve your ticket at checkout. Supported by the Propel Associate Artist Scheme at Mayflower Studios, Southampton Institute of Arts and Humanities, LifeLab and Young Southampton (UKSPF).

Join us for an unforgettable evening where our dog behaviour expert will give insight into how dogs think, how to better interpret their behaviour and how to enjoy the best of these joyful members of our families! 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.

Horror author Nick Steen is having visions… A sinister Black Steeple; eerie lights in the sky that look like a Catherine wheel but are not remotely a Catherine wheel… Plus a giant skeleton with a moustache. Are they omens? Auguries? Portenderings of things to come? (Spoiler – yes, they are). For Nick Steen’s imagination is bursting out of his brain and threatening to burst in turn the entirety of Stalkford. Can Nick stop the aforesaid bursting? Or have things already slightly burst regardless? And will there ultimately be a grand finale to this three-book series (aka a trilogy) or a more open-ended conclusion in order to leave potential room for further sequels? (That, btw, will ultimately be Garth’s decision.) From the fevered imaginata of Horror Fiction’s Grand Frightener Garth Marenghi, author of Sunday Times Bestselling Garth Marenghi’s TerrorTome and Garth Marenghi’s Incarcerat, come three freshly rancid tales of… …This Bursted Earth…

Join Stitches Comedy Club this Christmas as the stars return to Mayflower Studios for another incredible line up of comedy stars. Award winning comedian James Alderson once again introduces three more comedians you’ll know and love. Opening the show is Jo Caulfield, a regular on our TV screens for over 20 years, from House of Games, Live At The Apollo and Mock The Week to QI, Have I Got News For You and The Royal Variety Performance. A real comedy icon! Next up is Nathan Caton, star of Live At The Apollo, Channel 4s Comedy Gala, The Russell Howard Hour, Mock The Week, and most recently touring as “the narrator” on the Rocky Horror Picture Show! Headlining is none other than household name Mark Watson, star of QI, Taskmaster, Live At The Apollo numerous times, Mock The Week, Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow, House of Games and Live At The London Palladium. Don’t miss this hilarious line up to kick start your festive season with family and friends!

Come with us to the place you belong, for a night of the very best country classics! Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as – for one night only – we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music. Brand-new for 2025, from hit producers Entertainers... this is the Lost in Music of Country! Join us for a very special evening, celebrating country superstar royalty. Enjoy the very biggest country songs of all time; 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, King of the Road, Crazy, Rhinestone Cowboy, Jolene, Dance the Night Away, Walkin’ after Midnight and many, many more. The stars of our hit show Islands in the Stream return in this brand-new production that’s now BIGGER than ever! It’s a night like no other – join us for a celebration, live on stage, of the music of a generation... in one night of Country Classics. This is Country Roads!

We are 100! Maggie returns in her smash hit drag extravaganza to mark the centenary of her epic arrival on planet earth. Following five sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, UK tours and a West End season, the Iron Lady is back and more fabulous than ever. On the eve of the vote on Section 28, Maggie gets lost in Soho and accidentally becomes a cabaret superstar. Will she change her mind about the homophobic bill before it’s too late…? A big gay odyssey about LGBT rights, the 80s and disco, created by Olivier Award winner Jon Brittain and Matt Tedford. ★★★★ “Glorious camp with political punch.” The Times ★★★★★ “Rollicking good laugh.” Attitude “Definitely not for Thatcherites. Everyone else? Most definitely.” Mail on Sunday “Best Mrs Thatcher since Spitting Image.” Arthur Smith

Lights, Camera, Action! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of dance, glitz and glamour at Mayflower Studios. Step into a world of dance where the magic of cinema comes alive through stunning choreography, music and storytelling. Talented dancers from SJ Academy of Dance will take you on a journey through iconic movie moments from timeless classics to the latest blockbusters. This dance extravaganza features show-stopping performances that bring your favourite scenes to life in a way you’ve never seen before. Whether you’re a fan of musicals, action or family-friendly animation, there’s something for everyone in this spectacular celebration of film; don’t miss this magical performance that brings the silver screen to the stage in a whole new way.

This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the family. Gertie is great at being The Littlest Yak, with the curliest, whirlies, wool and the grippiest of hooves for clip-clopping up cliffs. Only, Gertie doesn’t want to be the littlest. She’s in a rush to grow up and be just like THE BIG YAKS. But what if there are some things that only a Gertie can do? A gorgeous story celebrating YOU being perfect…just the way you are! LAStheatre brings The Littlest Yak to the stage in spectacular fashion. Join them for a dazzling adventure, into the heart of the Himalayas. Nominated for a YAKTASTIC 4 OffWestEnd Awards!

Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show! With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. With building and decorating work to be done it’s an oinktastic makeover and Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and George all need your help to get everything ready before the big day. There’s so much to do – will they get it all finished in time? Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones, and is set to delight audiences across the UK.

A king announces that he will divide his kingdom between his three daughters according to how much they love him. Lear thinks he will live out his old age with all of the comforts of kingship, and none of the responsibility. But the eldest two daughters, Goneril & Regan, have other ideas in mind – and he has given away all power to stop them. His vanity has devastating consequences for family, nation and climate. Our First Encounters with Shakespeare production, makes Shakespeare’s play about family, power and betrayal relevant for a new generation of theatregoers. This 80-minute version of King Lear uses an edited version of the original play to create the perfect introduction for young people aged 7-13 and their families. The tour of First Encounters: King Lear is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, which makes it possible for the RSC to expand its tour to work in partnership with more places across England.

Brand NEW for 2026, Beautiful Crazy is an exciting and authentic theatrical celebration of one of the biggest country stars on the planet… Luke Combs. Featuring award-winning country singer Noel Boland and a band led by Sarah Jory, the world’s number one female pedal steel guitar player and BCMA Hall of Fame Inductee, Beautiful Crazy features fan favourites including: Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma, Where the Wild Things Are, Fast Car, When It Rains It Pours, She Got the Best of Me, Hurricane and, of course, Beautiful Crazy. Since bursting onto the country scene, the singer-songwriter from North Carolina has enjoyed a meteoric rise in popularity, winning him fans across the world. He has since bagged numerous accolades including 11 CMA and 4 ACM awards, as well as becoming a six times Billboard Music Award winner. With a 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. Grab your tickets for Beautiful Crazy – the ultimate country music experience.

“It must be by his death…” Julius Caesar has become a tyrant. A conspiracy is launched against him by some of his closest friends. When Cassius and Brutus murder Caesar in full public view on the Ides of March, they think they have heralded a new political age. Instead, chaos erupts, and civil war begins. Who will seize power? Will this bring conflict or stability? Will the new ruler also fall to corruption? Tangle’s fast-moving production drives through the political chaos, power struggles and friendship betrayals at the heart of Shakespeare’s greatest thriller. Adapted and directed by Anna Coombs with John Pfumojena’s original music performed live on stage, this high-energy production brings African-inspired storytelling into the heart of ancient Rome.

A heartfelt journey full of wit, warmth, and nostalgia, Noël & Gertie explores the fascinating friendship between two of the 20th century’s most iconic figures—Noël Coward and Gertrude Lawrence. Head to the glamourous era of British theatre, celebrating the special bond between the playwright and the actress. Through a series of memories, you are transported to the golden age of the West End, where Noël Coward’s wit and panache for life meet Gertrude Lawrence’s elegance and grace. As well as highlighting their collaborative works, Noël & Gertie explores the personal chemistry that sparked their deep affection and fondness for one another. Featuring numbers from many Noël Coward works including Private Lives and the classic song, Don’t Put your Daughter on the Stage, Mrs Worthington, join one of the most legendary duos in show business history for an evening of style and elegance. Noël & Gertie is directed by Mayflower Artistic Director, Thom Southerland (Titanic The Musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Illusionist) with casting to be announced.

An evening with Alexander McCall Smith. Alexander McCall Smith is one of the worlds most prolific and best-loved authors. He was born in 1948 and brought up in Southern Rhodesia (present-day Zimbabwe), before moving to Scotland at the age of 17 to study at the University of Edinburgh. For many years he was a professor of Medical Law and worked in universities in the UK and Botswana before turning his hand to writing fiction. But it wasnt until the publication of the highly successful The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series that Alexander became a household name. These novels have contributed towards a more positive world-view of Botswana and encouraged thousands of people to fall in love with this beautiful country. His various series of books include the popular 44 Scotland Street novels, first published as a serial novel in the Scotsman newspaper and now the longest-running serial novel in the world; the Edinburgh-set Isabel Dalhousie novels, the hilarious von Igelfeld series and the Ulf Varg series of Scandi blanc novels set in Sweden. A new series was launched in 2024, The Perfect Passion Company, with immediate impact in the media and trade. He also writes stand-alone novels and short stories, best-selling poetry, and childrens books. Alexander was honoured as Knight Bachelor in His Majesty The Kings New Year Honours list, 2024 for services to literature, academia and charity.

Join self-professed prick and star of Taskmaster Rosie Jones as she heads back out on the road with her brand-new stand-up show. She's talking about the big stuff: being single, the pressures of representing huge sections of the population, and gravy. Oh, and boobs.