Category: Events

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.

All aboard for an adventure of global proportions! Around the World in 80 Days is traversing into Hull Truck Theatre this spring.

From the dazzling moves of Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals, to the hilarious comedy of Dara O’Briain and the legendary music of Midge Ure, there is something for everyone at the Bonus Arena in Hull this May.

2023 sees the 30th anniversary of Hull-born musician Mick Ronson’s untimely death in 1993 at the age of just 46.

A groundbreaking Hull theatre company will take to the world stage in June after being invited to speak at the prestigious Prague Quadrennial.

One snap decision, two parallel timelines, 17 Madness hits and a bid to break a Guinness World Record are all in the mix when Hessle Theatre Company hit the stage at Hull New Theatre this month.

Contradicktion, produced by Same Circle Theatre, is the debut show that is being made in collaboration with LGBTQIA+ people.

Hull Truck Theatre’s Young Creators have been working with playwright Josh Overton (Faustus and Dungeons & Dragons: The Unofficial Adventure), and director Tom Saunders (Midsummer Night’s Dream and Jack, Mum & The Beanstalk) to create a play based on the opinions, ideas and voices of the group.

East Riding Theatre is thrilled to announce that its spring production will be Under Milk Wood, written by Dylan Thomas and directed by Richard Avery. This true to life, hilarious play is sure to have you yo-yoing between tears of laughter and tears of emotion.

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Mumsy at Hull Truck Theatre.

Cult classic The Rocky Horror Show returns to Hull New Theatre from 9 – 14 October celebrating 50 years on stage.

After a successful open mic night in February, Humber Speculative Fiction will host an evening with York Independent Publisher Stairwell Books. 

Yorkshire touring theatre company, the John Godber Company, is delighted to be bringing John Godber’s iconic Yorkshire play Bouncers back to Hull Truck Theatre this April.

The John Godber Company are touring a brand new hilarious John Godber comedy ‘Living on Fresh Air’ across the North this Spring, starting at the East Riding Theatre before visiting Harrogate theatre, The Stephen Joseph Theatre and Theatre Royal Wakefield.

A drag king-cabaret inspired play about Victorian superstar artist Elizabeth Thompson will have its world premiere at Hull Truck Theatre in May.  

The smash-hit West End production of Annie comes to Hull New Theatre from 23-28 October starring Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan.

Hull Truck Theatre are extremely proud to be marking the end of their 50th anniversary year programme with Mumsy, a new play written by homegrown talent and Hull Truck Youth Theatre alumni, Lydia Marchant. 

The Awakening is returning to Hull in 2023, bringing a new perspective to our maritime identity. This week, the team is revealing more information about the artists coming to Hull as part of the event.

Absolutely Cultured’s upcoming programme features innovative and immersive activities for all, running April through June 2023.

A young, virtuoso percussionist is returning home to perform as a solo artist with the Hull Philharmonic Orchestra.

Hull Truck Theatre are marking the end of their 50th anniversary year programme with Mumsy, a new play written by homegrown talent and Hull Truck Youth Theatre alumni, Lydia Marchant. This brand-new world premiere comedy drama follows the story of three generations of women living under one roof, exploring the highs and lows of motherhood and intergenerational female relationships. 

An artist with a portfolio inspired by his home in Greece and his Hull heritage is preparing to display a selection of his work at a double exhibition in the city.

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Robin Hood: Prince of Thorngumbald by Middle Child Theatre.

Award-winning charity Concrete Youth has announced that it will embark on a national tour of its inaugural production, To the Moon and Back, in spring 2023. 

Six queens, six tales, an eighth king, and 500 years of history celebrated in 80 rip-roaring minutes as SIX the Musical returns to Hull New Theatre next spring.

Cut-price, early bird tickets will go on sale online for the region’s biggest music festival, Humber Street Sesh, which will celebrate its tenth anniversary on Hull Marina next year on Saturday 12 August.

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on Jack, Mum and the Beanstalk at Hull Truck Theatre.

Kick off 2023 in style with André Rieu in Dublin – André’s celebratory concert is exclusive to cinemas across the UK and is the only way to start the new year with your family and friends for one weekend only on 7 and 8 January.

Hull Truck Theatre are excited to welcome families, schools and young audiences to continue celebrating their 50th Anniversary year, as they present Jack, Mum & The Beanstalk from Wednesday 7 to Saturday 24 December.

Our theatre reviewer, Hannah Hobson, shares her thoughts on A Christmas Carol at Hull Truck Theatre.