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Riverdance 30 - The New Generation

Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. And now, this incredible phenomenon heads to Swansea Arena in August 2025!The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances...

Fisherman's Friends

Over the last year they've reached over 100,000 followers on Facebook. They have two feature films to their name, grossing more than $15 million at the UK box office, both of which are now featured on terrestrial and digital television. Not to mention top ten album releases, a musical inspired...

Russell Kane: HyperActive

Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and “storming physical comedy” (Mail on Sunday).The brand-new tour for 2024 and 2025 comes with a safety warning: wear strong underwear - pants will...

Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

Nina presents an unparalleled, unscripted brand new show that delves deep into who we are, hijacking faces to spark a bold, hysterical reality warp.Nina Conti (and Monkey) has regularly sold out shows all over the world with her widely acclaimed performances: in London’s West End, off-Broadway in New York, at...

Nick Mohammed is Mr Swallow: Show Pony

Show Pony has been described by Mr. Swallow as “payback for everyone who didn’t come to the last tour” and will cover everything from not having his own sitcom to not having his own sitcom… and everything in between (critical race theory). As per - expect magic, music and a...

Absolute Bowie

Winners of the ‘Best Bowie Tribute’ and ‘Best Band in the UK’ at the Agents Association of Great Britain Awards 2018. Absolute Bowie are, without a doubt, the best and by far the most popular David Bowie tribute in Europe and now in their 12th year.  Prepare to be taken...

Live Wire- The AcDc Show

Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live!

Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the world-renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on a dinosaur adventure like no other.We’ll go on a...

The Smyths

The world’s number one Smiths tribute present another loving homage to the band

Justin Moorhouse: Greatest Performance Of My Life

Dear Evan Hansen

THE OLIVIER, TONY® & GRAMMY® AWARD-WINNING BEST MUSICALMeet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have....

Elbow

Buy and sell tickets at StubHub for Elbow's concert at Cardiff Castle in Cardiff on 13 Jun 2025.

2:22 A Ghost Story

Winner of BEST NEW PLAY at the WhatsOnStage Awards, this edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist and has featured a host of acclaimed star performances (including Lily Allen, Cheryl, Stacey Dooley, Tom Felton, Jake Wood and James...

York Theatre Royal

York Theatre Royal is the beating heart of York’s cultural life, welcoming and entertaining visitors since 1744 with the best theatre, dance and much more. Each year the theatre entertains over 200,000 people with its wide variety of performances, events and activities including the much loved annual pantomime.  Situated in...

Grand Opera House

Grand Opera House York opened on January 20th 1902 with Little Red Riding Hood starring Florrie Ford. It has a capacity of 1000 is now run by ATG (Ambassador Theatre Group) and has been designated a Grade II listed building. It hosts a range of live entertainment for all tastes including...

Leeds Playhouse

Leeds Playhouse opened in 1990 and has established a reputation both nationally and internationally as one of Britain's most exciting producing theatres, winning awards for everything from its' productions to its' customer service. It has two auditoria and hosts a wide range of productions and engages in outreach work in...

York Barbican

York Barbican is the largest music and arts venue in York, hosting some of the biggest touring acts in the country such as The Specials, Russell Brand, Little Mix and the UK Snooker Championships.The venue offers a diverse programme of world-class events, including comedy, a range of live bands, sports,...

Pocklington Arts Centre

Pocklington Arts Centre (PAC) is an award-winning multi-arts venue offering a varied and dynamic programme of live events, with some of the world's best musicians, comedians and actors as well as world class exhibitions and workshops.The cinema also offers a popular programme of films and live broadcasts, from Hollywood blockbusters to...

Helmsley Arts Centre

Joseph Rowntree Theatre

The Joseph Rowntree Theatre is a registered charity serving the people of York and North Yorkshire. A Grade II listed theatre, it was built by the Rowntree Village Trust in 1935. It is the only remaining Rowntree building still used for its original purpose - a place for recreation and...

Shakespeare's Rose Theatre

The 13-sided scaffolding theatre offers three tiers of covered seating and an open courtyard for standing ‘groundlings’. Step back in time and experience Shakespeare at it's finest with comedic mayhem and gruesome murders!Get your tickets for Shakespeare's Rose Theatre, York here!

Theatre@41

Theatre@41 Ltd is a creative hub and performing arts centre found in the heart of York. From a performance space to a rehearsal venue, a place to hold meetings or a place to train and teach, Theatre@41 is a versatile venue that many people from York and the surrounding areas...

The Crescent

The Crescent Community Venue is a concert and events venue and bar which was origionally a Working Men’s Club, with a history of musical entertainment for over 100 years. Capacity: 250

Basement

The Basement York is located on Coney Street nestled beneath City Screen Picturehouses in the heart of York City Centre. It is a live Music, Comedy and Arts Venue. Capacity: 100.

York Museum Gardens

Castle Howard

Fulford Arms

A large single roomed pub on Fulford Road, about 10 minutes walk beyond the city walls. The Fulford Arms has good selection of real ales, regular live music and events, a large beer garden and three, yes three, bar billiards tables – what’s not to like? If you don’t fancy...

Impossible

National Centre For Early Music

Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate

rise @ Bluebird

The Arts Barge

York Community Stadium