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The Whitty Theatre

A 178-seat state-of-the-art theatre on the Luckley House School complex in Wokingham, Berkshire. It is available to hire and its flexible nature and high-spec equipment makes it suitable for a wide range of events including plays, musicals, school productions, dance, film, conferences and lectures.

What's On @ The Whitty Theatre

The Sounds of Simon

The Sounds of Simon

9 Nov 2025 - 14 Mar 2026

Old Friends: Together and Apart. As seen on BBC The One Show! The Sounds of Simon is a tribute to the wonderful music of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, through the years as Simon and Garfunkel, to the successes of both their solo careers. Explore the friendship that led to songs such as Mrs Robinson, The Sounds of Silence and of course, Bridge Over Troubled Water. The full band will also take you through the pair's solo careers, with songs such as You Can Call Me Al, Graceland, and Art's smash hit, Bright Eyes. Paul and Art are played to perfection, bringing in elements of their famously fractious relationship, as well as replicating the beautiful harmonies flawlessly. With video clips, stories, and memories from the last 50+ years, this is a wonderful show filled with excellent music, nostalgia, and a genuine love for some great musicians. This is the UK's longest running tribute to Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. Come and see why!
China Crisis

China Crisis

5 Jul 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979. China Crisis found major success in the UK with five Top 40 singles, ten Top 50 singles and three Top 40 albums and hits across Australia, Europe and the Americas. The band are known for their string of hit singles, including African & White, Christian, Working with Fire and Steel, Black Man Ray and Wishful Thinking, The RETROspective tour will see the band performing these classics alongside songs from all of their seven studio albums. - Eddie Lundon - Gary Daly - Jack Hymers (keys) - Eric Animan (sax)
Seriously Collins

Seriously Collins

28 Jun 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

No gimmicks, wigs or gorilla suits Just a genuine tribute to the biggest artist of our generation. Packed with hits and fan favourites, this two-hour extravaganza will take you back to Phil in his hey-day. Featuring the award winning tribute to the man himself, Chris Hayward and his world class 10 piece band, including the "Serious Horn Section". Phil's extensive catalogue has been meticulously studied and arranged to give the ultimate Phil Collins & Genesis experience. Featuring, In the Air Tonight - Another Day in Paradise - Easy Lover - Against All odds - Invisible Touch - Follow You Follow me - I Can't Dance - Sussudio. Seriously Collins is the show that fans deserve.
Disney's Finding Nemo Jr

Disney's Finding Nemo Jr

14 Sept 2025 - 14 Sept 2025

Our Youth Theatre Company will performing a production of Finding Nemo Jr! Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as Just Keep Swimming, Fish Are Friends Not Food, and Go With the Flow, Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
Oye Santana

Oye Santana

18 Jul 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Based around the exciting dance rhythms of Santana’s Latin music, OYE SANTANA is no ordinary tribute to Carlos Santana’s music. More a party than a concert, this is a feast of Latin music, superb musicianship and hit songs, faithfully re-creating the music of Santana. They bring a powerful and melodic drive to Santana’s Latin rock style, which they play with power, passion and perfection ensuring a fantastic high energy, engaging and fun event. The music of Carlos Santana is a mixture of Samba, Smooth Latin ballads, Bossa Novas and Latin style rock. Oye Santana play all the hits including the Grammy award-winning Smooth plus Maria Maria, She’s Not There, Black Magic Woman, Samba Pa Ti, Oye Como Va, Jingo and Corazon Espinado.
Andy Fairweather Low

Andy Fairweather Low

2 Oct 2025 - 25 Feb 2026

Sweet soulful music from a remarkable band with a remarkable front man. Andy Fairweather Low shot to fame as lead singer in Amen Corner singing massive hits like Bend Me Shape Me, Hello Suzy and (If Paradise is Half As Nice. A hugely successful solo career followed with Wide Eyed And Legless being the biggest international hit from his three solo albums. One of the most respected musicians in the world, Andy has played guitar with more legendary artists than most people can name; Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, Roger Waters… and hundreds more. Andy now tours the world together with his band: Ian Jennings (bass and vocals); Paul Beavis (drums); Nick Pentelow (sax and clarinet); and Richard Milner (organ).
Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge  2 Parts Guitar
After the success of their 2024 tour, Guitar supremos Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge join forces again and return for an unforgettable evening of top class musicianship performed by two of the UKs most respected and influential musicians. These innovative guitarists will be performing many of their incredible songs with incredible arrangements in what promises to be an electrifying show. Performing material from their respective careers and favourite pieces throughout the landscape of their musical visions and influences. A show guaranteed to enthrall guitar aficionados, acoustic enthusiasts and music lovers in general, dont miss the chance to see these influential guitarists in action. Advance tickets 25
Ds:uk...in Tribute To Dire Straits

Ds:uk...in Tribute To Dire Straits

5 Jul 2025 - 14 Nov 2026

Since starting to tour in 2018, DS:UK… in tribute to Dire Straits have become the quintessential tribute to one of the world's most loved bands due to their obvious affection for Mark Knopfler’s music and attention to detail that fans truly appreciate. The Alchemical tour features music and stories from Dire Straits' early career and includes a very special inclusion that you wouldn’t expect.
Bruce Juice - The Springsteen Tribute Band
From Bruce Juice you can expect an E-Street experience that captures the unique seven-piece band line-up that reproduces the original arrangements from the 1970s Wild, Innocent and a slow, bluesy E Street Shuffle as well as the iconic anthems from the Born to Run tour. More gems from the 1980s capture the crisp, rasping sound of the Professors piano, Federicis organ and Clarences sax from The River tour, as well as a few stadium foot-stompers from the Born in the USA tour. See them live here [https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1504358923597900]. The term tribute band doesnt really fit it is just that there isnt another word. They are not trying to pay tribute to Bruce as if he has won an award or passed away. Instead, they absolutely LOVE his music and everything about the energy and passion with which he and the E Street Band deliver unforgettable shows. Bruce Juice aim to take a strong flavour from Bruces live performances and combine them with legendary arrangements mixed in with the rich texture of the E Street Band and give audiences a Springsteen-inspired experience full of E Street magic - delivering a high-energy show inspired by Springsteen, to send you home with a strong injection of Bruce Juice!
Art Themen At Christmas

Art Themen At Christmas

16 Dec 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Legendary orthopaedic consultant surgeon-turned saxophonist Art Themen graces The Whitty Theatre with a Christmas-themed programme of jazz
The Magic Flute

The Magic Flute

28 Oct 2025 - 1 Nov 2025

This enchanting fairy-tale opera is regarded by many as Mozart's supreme achievement. It is a glorious mixture, both funny and serious, its plot is deeply mysterious, yet as clear as day. It is popular entertainment which can delight the most innocent child, whilst having the power to move the most sophisticated audience. It tells the story of a brave young Prince, Tamino, and his companion Papageno, who is half-man half-bird. Together they must face many dangers, including a man-eating serpent, wild animals, a raging inferno and roaring torrents, as the fight the forces of darkness, led by the Queen of the Night, in order to rescue a beautiful Princess. Can the Prince ensure the triumph of goodness and light? And will Papageno find his own little Papagena to share his nest? Full staged, with orchestra. Sung in English

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