The latest music, comedy and family events in the heart of Whitley Bay

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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.

Limited Availability

Ward Thomas

Wednesday 22nd January 2025

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

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.

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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.

Limited Availability

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.

Our Sam

Thursday 30th & Friday 31st January 2025

Wild Roses Theatre presents Our Sam

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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.

Back to Bacharach

Friday 7th February 2025

Fall in love again with the timeless music of Burt Bacharach in this dazzling tribute to one of the 20th century’s best-loved songwriters.

Hadaway Harry 10th Anniversary Tour

Thursday 13th February 2025

“Five Stars. A breath-taking one-man tour-de-force” – The Chronicle

Big Girls Don't Cry

Friday 14th February 2025

Celebrating the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

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Nashville at Heart: The Modern Country Show

Wednesday 19th February 2025

Nashville At Heart are a band that celebrate the music of some of modern country music’s giants

Limited Availability

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2025

Thursday 20th & Friday 21st February 2025

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

Jade Harrision School of Dance

Mon 24th & Tues 25th February 2025

Jade Harrision School of Dance

Money For Nothing: Tribute to Dire Straits

Thursday 27th February 2025

“Undoubtedly the BEST Dire Straits Tribute Band in Europe”

Bay Tales 2025

Saturday 1st March 2025

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

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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.

An Evening With Rick Stein

Friday 14th March 2024

An Evening with Rick Stein explores his career, how he established his thriving restaurant business with no prior experience and his journey to becoming a national institution.

A Foreigners Journey

Saturday 15th March 2025

A Foreigners Journey proudly won both the “UK’s Number 1 Tribute to Foreigner” and the “UK’s Number 1 Tribute to Journey” awards at the National Tribute Music Awards.

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Spanish City

Wrights Dance Academy

Sunday 16th March 2025

Wrights Dance Aademy presents 'Pure Imagination'

Limited Availability

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?!

Limited Availability

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.

Worx Academy

Sunday 30th March 2025

Worx Academy bring their brand new show to Whitley Bay on Sunday 30th March 2025

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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 Neil Diamond Story

Friday 4th April 2025

Described in Las Vegas as one of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond!

Lost In Music: One Night At The Disco

Saturday 5th April 2025

The night out of the year that you need more than ever, is back! Get ready to get Lost in Music.

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.

Whole lotta Shakin':The Shakin' Stevens Story

Thursday 10th April 2025

The Award Winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's - WHOLE LOTTA SHAKIN'- THE SHAKIN' STEVENS STORY is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Rock 'n' Roll!

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!

Dreamcoat Stars

Tuesday 15th April 2025

Experience powerful star vocals in a musical evening of West End and Broadway classics.

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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.

Easter Panto 2025: Pinocchio

Tuesday 22nd & Wednesday 23rd April 2025

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

Newton Faulkner: Feels Like Home Tour 3

Thursday 24th April 2025

Just a man with his voice and guitar doing some old fashioned diddly-diddly-diddly-bap-bap.

Brian Bilston & Henry Normal

Thursday 8th May 2024

Brian Bilston and Henry Normal appear together for the first time in a show which one critic has described as ‘two people reading some poems’.

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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,’

Limited Availability

Francis Rossi: An Evening of Francis Rossi’s Songs from the Status Quo Songbook and More

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.

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.

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Walk Right Back

Friday 16th May 2025

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

Appleby Dance Company Presents In My Dance Era

Sunday 18th May 2025

Appleby dance company proudly presents ‘In My Dance Era’

Menopause the Musical 2: Cruising Through The Menopause

Tuesday 20th May 2025

Starring Maureen Nolan (The Nolans) and Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) with others to be announced, we present the final UK tour of the smash-hit Menopause the Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause.

That'll Be The Day

Thursday 22nd May 2025

Combining energy, passion and nostalgia this celebration of rock and pop gives you the opportunity to groove along to the greatest hits of the past.

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!

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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.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Sunday 25th May 2025

The Simon & Garfunkel Story returns to Whitley Bay May 2025!

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.

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.

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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"

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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!

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!

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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

G4: Phantoms of the Popera

Monday June 23rd 2025

ON SALE FRIDAY 10am

The illegal Eagles

Friday 27th June 2025

The World’s Official No.1 tribute to the legendary rock band return in 2025 for more stunning vocals, tight harmonies and awesome guitar riffs!

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.

Anton & Giovanni: Together Again

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!

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Queen of the Night: A Tribute to Whitney Houston

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.

Alice in Wonderland

Friday 1st & 2nd August 2025

Tumble down the rabbit hole and enter a world of wonder with ALICE IN WONDERLAND!

The Ultimate Irish Hooley

Wednesday 6th August 2025

High energy, folk rock and roll at its best

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.

Myra Dubois

Sunday 14th September 2025

Quadruple Threat. Acts, Sings, Dances, Pours a decent pint. Rotherham's finest export since Paul Sha!

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Creedance Clearwater Review

Thursday 18th September 2025

The UK #1 Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show bring you “The Green River Tour” celebrating Creedence Clearwater Revival’s #1 Album “Green River” and their #1 hit single “Bad Moon Rising”.

Showaddywaddy 2025

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!

We Three Kings - Of Rock n Roll

Wednesday September 2025

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

The Beast: Iron Maiden Tribute

Wednesday 1st October 2025

The Beast UK have taken the Iron Maiden Tribute scene by storm!

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.

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Genesis Connected

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.

Steve Steinman's Anything For Love: The Meatloaf Story

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.

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.

Dino Tales

Sunday 12th October 2025

Put on your safari hats and get ready for some ranger danger and roarsome routines!

Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics

Wednesday 15th October 2025

An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.

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Talon: Busy Being Fabulous

Thursday 16th October 2025

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

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.

Seriously Collins

Saturday 29th March 2025

Be mesmerized by the uncanny vocal resemblance of our frontman, capturing the soulful sound of Phil Collins with astonishing precision.

Stuart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much

Friday 31st October 2025

The Police, Hollywood, And Other Adventures.

The Sensational 60s Experience

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.

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Beauty And The Beast

Fri 5th Dec 2025 - Sat 3rd Jan 2026

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