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Live Theatre
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 musicals in 2020 and 2021 including Phantom of the Opera, Dreamgirls, Waitress and School of Rock while Theatre Royal Newcastle have hosted West End productions including Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Six and Funny Girls.
'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.
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.
23 Jun 2021 to 23 Jun 2021
Live Music
23 Jun 2021 to 23 Jun 2021
Further Afield
The Drifters will be back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing...
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
Family
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Theatre Royal Newcastle will bring the Christmas cheer with a socially distanced pantomime from Saturday...
18 Oct 2021 to 23 Oct 2021
Theatre
18 Oct 2021 to 23 Oct 2021
Further Afield
Bringing together a cast of over 20 world class performers, Strictly Ballroom the Musical follows...
5 Feb 2021 to 5 Feb 2021
Live Music
5 Feb 2021 to 5 Feb 2021
Newcastle
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing all...
4 Nov 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
Theatre
4 Nov 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
Further Afield
The 25th Anniversary show catapults Riverdance into the 21st century and will completely immerse you...
9 Feb 2021 to 10 Feb 2021
Theatre
9 Feb 2021 to 10 Feb 2021
Newcastle
IGGETY ZIGGETY ZAGGETY ZOOM! Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat...
2 Jun 2021 to 2 Jun 2021
Theatre
2 Jun 2021 to 2 Jun 2021
Newcastle
Dust off your dancing shoes! Following the hugely successful Strictly Come Dancing The Professionals...
7 Apr 2022 to 7 Apr 2022
Theatre
7 Apr 2022 to 7 Apr 2022
Newcastle City Centre
We have continued to monitor this unprecedented and changing situation, and it has become clear...
1 Feb 2021 to 6 Feb 2021
Theatre
1 Feb 2021 to 6 Feb 2021
Further Afield
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life.When...
29 May 2021 to 29 May 2021
Live Music
29 May 2021 to 29 May 2021
Newcastle
The World Famous Elvis Show at Tyne Theatre and Opera House in Newcastle has been...
5 Jul 2022 to 16 Jul 2022
Theatre
5 Jul 2022 to 16 Jul 2022
Further Afield
Mamma Mia at Sunderland Empire has been rescheduled for 5 - 16 July 2022.The sensational...
22 Mar 2021
Theatre
22 Mar 2021 to 22 Mar 2021
Newcastle
Covid-19 update:A spokesman for the tour promoter said: “We have a duty of care to...
18 Oct 2021 to 23 Oct 2021
Bringing together a cast of over...
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
Theatre Royal Newcastle will bring the...
31 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2021
British Endurance Athlete, writer and speaker...
9 Feb 2021 to 10 Feb 2021
IGGETY ZIGGETY ZAGGETY ZOOM! Jump on...
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
8 Oct 2021 to 10 Oct 2021
4 Nov 2021 to 6 Nov 2021
12 Dec 2020 to 3 Jan 2021
4 Dec 2020 to 3 Jan 2021
26 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
2 Nov 2020 to 14 Dec 2020
11 Mar 2021 to 11 Mar 2021
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
5 Jul 2022 to 16 Jul 2022
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
22 Jun 2021 to 26 Jun 2021
Post date: 27th November 2020
While we wait to welcome you back to our beautiful region in person, we’ve pulled together a list of truly North East experiences that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home in the run up to Christmas.
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If you’re looking for Christmas family and adult only events in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East then you're in luck, there are a whole range of side-splitting, festive pantos and performances tailored for children, families and adults. There are classic pantomimes, new performances, theatre for the kids and shows for the big kids at popular venues across the North East which run throughout the festive season.
9 Feb 2021 to 10 Feb 2021
Theatre
9 Feb 2021 to 10 Feb 2021
Newcastle
IGGETY ZIGGETY ZAGGETY ZOOM! Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat...
31 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2021
Theatre
31 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2021
Newcastle
British Endurance Athlete, writer and speaker, Nick Butter, best known for his global expedition Running...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
McKenna's at Northern Stage is the theatre's award-winning restaurant and bar. Depending on the time...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Unfortunately, as a result of ongoing social distancing restrictions, Sunderland Empire have now suspended all...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Find useful information here on which shows at Theatre Royal Newcastle have been cancelled and...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children's Books has reopened its Bookshop and cafe in...
22 Mar 2021
Theatre
22 Mar 2021 to 22 Mar 2021
Newcastle
Covid-19 update:A spokesman for the tour promoter said: “We have a duty of care to...
12 Dec 2020 to 31 Dec 2020
Family
12 Dec 2020 to 31 Dec 2020
Newcastle City Centre
The Emperor's New Clothes from Newcastle's Northern Stage is a brand new, family-friendly Christmas performance...
Culture
Further Afield
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Things To Do
Newcastle
The best kept secret in Newcastle. Alphabetti Theatre is an independent, intimate performance space, bar...
23 Oct 2020 to 5 Dec 2020
Live Music
23 Oct 2020 to 5 Dec 2020
Gateshead
Sage Gateshead have announced the details of Sage Live 2020, a seven-week series of live...
Things To Do
Gateshead
Sage Gateshead will reopen from Friday 23 October for a seven-week series of live performances...
3 Dec 2020 to 24 Dec 2020
Family
3 Dec 2020 to 24 Dec 2020
Newcastle City Centre
Love and magic is being sucked out of our world. Can you help us, find...
18 Oct 2021 to 23 Oct 2021
Theatre
18 Oct 2021 to 23 Oct 2021
Further Afield
Bringing together a cast of over 20 world class performers, Strictly Ballroom the Musical follows...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Newcastle's independent and award-winning theatre, Northern Stage is currently closed due to the coronavirus pandemic...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Tyne Theatre and Opera House remains closed due to the ongoing affects of the Coronavirus...
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
Family
19 Dec 2020 to 10 Jan 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Theatre Royal Newcastle will bring the Christmas cheer with a socially distanced pantomime from Saturday...
9 Mar 2021 to 13 Mar 2021
Theatre
9 Mar 2021 to 13 Mar 2021
Further Afield
Don't miss Heathers The Musical at Sunderland Empire 13 March 2021 Welcome to Westerberg High...
31 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2021
Theatre
31 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2021
Newcastle
British Endurance Athlete, writer and speaker, Nick Butter, best known for his global expedition Running...
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Comedy
8 Nov 2021 to 8 Nov 2021
Newcastle
Happy Idiot in association with Worthing Theatres and Museum presents: Not: Lady Chatterleys Lover A...
Pantomime season may look a bit different this year due to Covid-19 (oh no it...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Kynren has been postponed for 2020 due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the covid-19 measures...
Culture
Newcastle
Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for the theatre-goer in your life or want...
16 Sep 2021 to 18 Sep 2021
Theatre
16 Sep 2021 to 18 Sep 2021
Newcastle
Covid-19 Update ‘In light of new government advice, The Thunder Girls shows due to take...
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