Category: Events

Hull New Theatre’s salon will set the hairdryers going when the international musical phenomenon Hairspray opens for appointments next year.

Hull-born Liam Mower stars alongside Stephen Murray as Edward Scissorhands in New Adventures’ stunning interpretation of the iconic 1990s film of the same name, with choreography from Matthew Bourne.

A writer, English teacher and musician from East Yorkshire will tell tales from his travels in Denmark when he speaks at a Nordic cultural centre in Hull later this month.

Hull city centre is getting ready to rock with a free live music programme geared to pulling more people into the pubs and café bars.

The ultimate tribute to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, The Billy Joel Songbook heads to Hull City Hall on 4 April 2024.

An ambitious brand-new project working with community groups and choirs to create an Opera in a Day is hosting its sharing celebration as part of Freedom Festival – and you’re invited to come along and watch.

Toad’s unfortunate antics have once again landed him in jail, and the timing couldn’t be worse!

Embarking on a journey of creative exploration and empowerment – Freedom Talks at Freedom Festival Hull.

Tens of thousands of people are gearing up to attend Yorkshire’s five-day international arts festival, set to unfold across various indoor and outdoor venues in both Hull and, making its debut, Bridlington.

Cast members of the iconic hit musical Grease recently made a special visit to the newly opened Beverley Hills Diner in Beverley, East Yorkshire.

“In these crazy times, it can be hard to keep going, but keep on going we must. So, what keeps you going?”

A terrific trio of shows heads to Hull Theatres next year, including a tribute to one of rock’s greatest icons, a duelling piano showdown and an adventure into a mystical temple.

A choral anniversary, a radical book fair and a festival of Hull’s heritage are among the events which are supporting the relaunch of a city centre venue as a cultural and community destination.

Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures delivers blades of glory in their dance theatre production of the classic Tim Burton movie Edward Scissorhands at Hull New Theatre next spring.

Hull’s famous international arts festival has announced the full programme line-up of their summer festival via their website. Audiences are encouraged to explore the page to learn about the artists and shows appearing on the streets, theatres, galleries and many places in between across Hull City Centre between Wednesday 30 August and Sunday 3 September.

The 5th High Wolds Poetry Festival is now open for entries around the theme of Mysterious Tales and Unusual Stories.

A brand new jazz-age musical will hit the stage this autumn when the John Godber Company bring their show ‘The Remarkable Tale of Dorothy Mackaill’ to the East Riding Theatre from the 27 September – 14 October. 

Hit show ‘Beverley Does Broadway’ from East Yorkshire acclaimed company She Productions is returning to the East Riding Theatre this August, as well as, for the first time, two nights of shows at Junction, Goole, with a brand new song-list, story-line and cast. Original cast members Annie Kirkman and Alice Rose Palmer are joined by Beverley actors Caitlin Townend and Jo Patmore to bring a touch of New York show glamour to East Yorkshire. 

Humber Street Sesh, the annual music festival on Hull Marina, attracting 18,000 people each year, will be powered by renewable green fuel to dramatically reduce carbon emissions.

Following a hugely successful run in the West End, the producers of the smash hit Pretty Woman: The Musical are delighted to announce casting for the UK and Ireland tour which visits Hull New Theatre from 4-10 Feb 2024.

Grimsby’s Kevin Clifton will be donning the glitter and having a ball once more as he takes to the stage in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie which returns to Hull New Theatre from 17-22 June 2024, due to popular demand.

There’s adventures aplenty at Hull City Hall with deep dives into the minds of some of the UK’s top comedians, musical expeditions in the UK and Ireland and an evening with a legendary explorer. 

A new cast are ready to bare all when Calendar Girls the Musical makes a welcome return from 28 November – 2 December at Hull New Theatre.

Hull-based artist Linda Martin has launched her first solo exhibition of paintings in the city, Ghost Windows, which has been extended to Sunday 2 July.

Hull’s stunning open-air amphitheatre, Stage @TheDock, will be the setting for an exciting line-up of family-friendly events set to wow audiences throughout the summer.

An interview with Maureen Lennon, the writer of Helen, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from 15-16 June.

Following on from its Broadway premiere this Spring, Life of Pi, which comes to Hull in 2024, is celebrating after scooping a trio of gongs at this year’s Tony Awards.

Classical Ballet and Opera House presents The Nutcracker, a lavish ballet of the festive season, at the Bonus Arena on Saturday 18 November 2023.

Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials, repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre.

We had a chat with Ellie Brammar about Middle Child’s latest show, which runs at Hull Truck Theatre from 23-27 May.

Through an incredible life with unparalleled achievement, the world-renowned violinist André Rieu has become the gold standard for spectacular live shows across the globe.

Environmentally friendly, bamboo wristbands for the region’s biggest emerging music festival, Humber Street Sesh, will go on sale on Saturday.

Our theatre reviewer, Sam Sims, shares his thoughts on Around the World in 80 Days at Hull Truck Theatre.

Ground control to major space-lovers! On Sunday 21 May, the planets will be in poetic alignment in Hull, when poet Sam Bartle launches his new booklet, ‘The Planetary Ennead’ at The Brain Jar cocktail lounge, from 1pm-2pm.

An immersive play featuring ASMR, sensory play and puppets will tour the country this autumn in the latest show from award-winning theatre company Concrete Youth.

Hull-based writer Maureen Lennon makes London debut followed by two nights at Hull Truck Theatre.

The Hull Philharmonic’s longstanding, popular leader is retiring after 50 years of service.

Hull’s newest centre for cultural, community and corporate events will welcome its first exhibition next month with the display of a collection of “stuff” which has left the artist amazed by its appeal.

Marvel at the majesty of Prince Charming this Christmas as TV actor and musical theatre royalty Lee Mead joins the cast of Hull New Theatre’s magical pantomime, Cinderella, alongside Hull’s favourite funny man Neil Hurst, who returns for his fourth season.  

Pinocchio is set to appear on Stage 1 from Friday 24 November – Sunday 31 December 2023.