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What's on at the theatre in NewcastleGateshead?

If you love theatre. If you're passionate about unravelling untold stories, why not take in a theatre show at one of NewcastleGateshead’s excellent venues?

The North East is a thriving cultural region with an abundance of theatres to choose from all hosting a glitzy programme of shows throughout the year. Whether you want to sing-a-long to some of the biggest musicals currently touring the UK or you are in the mood for a new production from local talent – there is a show to suit.

Sunderland Empire has a stellar line-up of showstoppers coming up, including War Horse, Hairspray, and Hamilton while Theatre Royal Newcastle have hosted West End productions including Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Six and Funny Girls.

Whats On Theatre Events 'Ask Me Anything' by The Paper Birds at Live Theatre, Jan 2020.

Theatre Royal Newcastle once again welcome powerful performances from Royal Shakespeare Company, while Tyne Theatre and Opera House have a diverse programme of theatre including opera, family-shows and talks.

For something a little different in the heart of the city visit Northern Stage, who have a fresh, varied and thought-provoking season of shows for children and adults alike. Or perhaps take a trip to the Live Theatre on Newcastle Quayside, where their strong regional identity is represented on the stage with a regular programme of original material. Watch out for one-off theatre from independent creative companies like November Club who produce exciting and immersive family-friendly theatre which often pops up in unusual places.

Theatre SECONDARY NORTHERN STAGE HERO The Full Cast of The Last Ship c Pamela Raith The full cast of The Last Ship performed in 2018 at Northern Stage, Newcastle. Image: Pamela Raith.

Make a trip to the theatre part of your night out in NewcastleGateshead. Many restaurants including Dabbawal, Pleased to Meet You, McKenna’s at Northern Stage and Pizza Punks offer a tasty pre-theatre menu to get you ready for the show.

During the warmer months and long, light evenings of summer, enjoy the sophistication of outdoor theatre in the atmospheric surrounding of Jesmond Dene and Gibside National Trust.

Visitors looking for parking near the theatres in Newcastle can benefit from the city’s Alive After Five scheme which means parking is free in certain Newcastle car parks after 5pm every day. Both Monument and Haymarket Metro stations are in easy walking distance of the theatres and Sunderland Empire can also be easily accessed on the metro.

Performances and events at the theatre not to miss...

The Lion, the Witch and the...

November 11th 2025 to November 15th 2025

Direct from London, step through...

Family
The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

Top Hat

November 18th 2025 to November 22nd 2025

Music and Lyrics by Irving...

Entertainment
Top Hat

Fiddler on the Roof

November 25th 2025 to November 29th 2025

This is a rare opportunity...

Entertainment
Fiddler on the Roof

Kinky Boots

December 2nd 2025 to December 6th 2025

This joy-filled sensation, based on...

Entertainment
Kinky Boots

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Sleeping Beauty

December 12th to January 4th

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Sleeping Beauty - Relaxed Performance

January 2nd

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Sleeping Beauty - Relaxed Performance

The Night Sky Show

January 10th

Entertainment
The Night Sky Show

Queen of the Night - A Tribute to...

February 1st

Entertainment
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston

Fawlty Towers - The Play

February 3rd to February 7th

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Fawlty Towers - The Play

Matilda The Musical

February 11th to February 28th

Entertainment
Matilda The Musical

Bluey's Big Play

March 25th to March 29th

Family
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The Bodyguard

July 27th to August 1st

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The Bodyguard

Lord of the Dance: A Lifetime of...

September 9th to September 12th

Entertainment
Lord of the Dance A Lifetime of Standing Ovations

& Juliet

June 5th to June 7th

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Juliet

Pirates of Penzance

June 5th to June 7th

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Pirates of Penzance

Sh*t Life Crisis

June 5th to June 7th

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