Category: Events

Get ready for an unforgettable family experience as the enchanting pantomime Robinson Crusoe comes to Hull and Bridlington, featuring beloved current and former BBC presenters and staff.

This autumn, internationally renowned playwright John Godber is bringing his brand new play ‘The Highwayman’ to East Riding Theatre from 25 October – 9 November as part of a celebration of ten years of the theatre in Beverley.

Seán Aydon’s acclaimed adaption of Mary Shelley’s classic novel Frankenstein will begin a second major UK theatre tour this autumn, playing at Hull Truck Theatre from Tue 22 – Sat 26 October.

Steve Steinman’s epic new original rock musical, Vampires Rock Eternal Love, embarks on a new beginning – with its nationwide tour set to gross £2m, prior to its London debut. It plays the Hull New Theatre on Friday 24 January 2025.

Hull Theatres announces five fantastic shows on sale now.  

Coronation Street stalwarts Christine Mackie (Dr Susan Gaddas) and Sue Jenkins (Gloria Todd) reunite to take their acclaimed stage production of KIN back out on the road for 2024.

Hull is set to come alive with the vibrant sights and sounds of the Freedom Festival 2024, running from Wednesday 28 August to Sunday 1 September. Organised by the Freedom Festival Arts Trust, this year promises an extraordinary lineup of events and performances that celebrate the rich tapestry of human experiences through art and culture.

Middle Child are inviting playwrights with “a meaningful connection to Hull” to apply for one of seven paid commissions for Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2025.

Get ready to experience a sweet symphony like no other! Back to Ours, a Hull-based Arts Council England NPO charity known for delivering unique arts and cultural experiences, is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new event: Now That’s What I Call an Orchestra.

The popular Hull Folk and Maritime Festival is set to make a long-awaited return this month after a five-year absence.

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe comes to Hull New Theatre from 30 September – 4 October 2025.

Hull Theatres has announced two terrific shows that are now on sale.

The crowning glory of the West End, Broadway and beyond, SIX the Musical, returns to Hull New Theatre from 3 – 7 June 2024 following two sell-out visits in 2021 and 2023.

The festival presents brand-new plays, workshops, industry talks and a keynote speech from the artistic director of the Royal Court.

Get ready for a wild and rowdy ride as NAPA returns to Hull Truck Theatre with their production of the iconic Doris Day musical “Calamity Jane”.

Freedom Festival Arts Trust is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Freedom Festival 2024, a spectacular celebration of arts, culture, and human experiences. With a series of captivating performances and events, this year’s festival promises to delight audiences in Hull and once again, Freedom On Tour in Bridlington.

It’s only a week to go until the start of Beverley Puppet Festival with a fantastic selection of ticketed and free shows for kids, teens, […]

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Guts! The Musical at Hull Truck Theatre.

Think it’s too early to talk about Christmas? Think again!

Presented in partnership with Hull Maritime Museum, Hull Truck Theatre are excited to welcome audiences to the brand-new community production of Guts! The Musical (Saturday 29 June – Sunday 6 July).

Career-developing volunteer positions for next month’s festival are open for applications.

Middle Child have announced the full programme for Fresh Ink, a new annual playwriting festival coming to Hull’s Fruit Market on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July.

As part of its continued commitment to bring world-class performers to the city, Hull City Hall has announced the line up for its upcoming season of classical concerts and lunchtime organ showcases.

That famous pottery scene from the ’90s hit film Ghost will be recreated live on stage when Ghost The Musical wheels into Hull New Theatre next year from 29 April to 3 May.

Everyone has heard of the Brontë sisters – they lived at Haworth, died young, had a drunken brother and wrote novels. Clever Charlotte wrote ‘Jane Eyre’ and eccentric Emily wrote ‘Wuthering Heights’. And then there was the other one. Anne.

Hull-based theatre company The Herd are opening a pop-up play space in Princes Quay Shopping Centre. The Herd Shop will be an exciting new play centre for children aged 0-5 and their families.

Barnsley Civic is delighted to announce that Hull-based Concrete Youth, a pioneering charity dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) through cultural provision, is joining them as an associate company.

A brand-new production from Hull-based Silent Uproar, Dead Girls Rising is an angry, joyous, punk protest that doesn’t pull any punches. Written by Maureen Lennon, with music and lyrics from Anya Pearson (international punk artist featured on BBC Radio 6 Introducing), Dead Girls Rising is an explosive exploration of what it takes to live and survive within a violent patriarchy.  

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Little Shop of Horrors at Hull Truck Theatre.

Hull Truck Theatre are excited to welcome audiences to their brand-new production of Little Shop of Horrors (Wednesday 22 May – Saturday 8 June). Presented in partnership with New Wolsey Theatre, Theatre by the Lake and Octagon Theatre Bolton.

Hull Truck Theatre warmly invites audiences to come and enjoy the latest production co-created by Act III, the theatre making group for retired adults. Sense & Sustainability is a witty, thought-provoking, and uplifting comedy with community at its heart.

Hull Truck Theatre is excited to announce that the programme for Grow Festival is now on sale. Supporting artists and local talent development, the festival is making a welcome live return, with a packed programme of free and paid-for performances, sharing workshops and networking opportunities.

Hull Truck Theatre presents an exciting programme of work in May, including the highly anticipated, devilishly delicious sci-fi smash hit musical Little Shop of Horrors from Wednesday 22 May – Saturday 8 June. Presented in co-production with New Wolsey Theatre, Theatre by the Lake and Octagon Theatre Bolton, this popular ’80s cult classic will leave audiences laughing, screaming and vowing to give up gardening for life!

The critically acclaimed 4-piece Hull band, bdrmm, hailed last year by NME as one of “Britain’s best kept musical secrets,” will headline the Main Stage at Humber Street this year.

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Middle Child’s Baby, He Loves You.