From August 2025
So no-one told you FRIENDS! The Musical Parody was coming to York?
Welcome to GRAND OPERA HOUSE YORK
We’re delighted to have a vibrant season ahead, heading straight into the dazzling timeless classic, A Man For All Seasons, starring The Professionals actor, Martin Shaw, and New Faces celebrity, Gary Wilmot, followed by a wonderful mixture of one-night spectaculars. Get ready to skip down the yellow brick road in September as York Stage returns with the colourful classic The Wizard of Oz, featuring toe-tapping tunes and a sprinkle of magic.
As we move on into late summer, the chilling mystery, Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts sees the TV actor Tom Chambers star in the first ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective, ‘pivoting’ swiftly onto the iconic FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, which observes Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe navigate love, friendship, and life’s ups and downs in 1990’s New York City. A season of shows not to be missed.
There’s plenty to choose from as we continue through to the autumn with a range of comedy stars, energetic musicals, including Pick Me Up’s Bugsy Malone and The Kinks’ musical, Sunny Afternoon, before heading into the wonderful winter season filled with snow shows and pantomime!
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A Man for All Seasons
Immediately prior to the West End, the greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to life in Robert Bolt’s award-winning play.
Martin Shaw stars as Sir Thomas More – scholar, ambassador, Lord Chancellor and friend to King Henry VIII. Above all, he is a man of integrity, loved by the common people and his own family.
When Henry demands a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, clearing the way for him to marry Anne Boleyn, the staunchly Catholic Thomas is forced to choose between loyalty and his own conscience, committing an incredible act of defiance for which he eventually pays the ultimate price. With Gary Wilmot
★★★★ ‘Robert Bolt’s play dazzles.’ – Daily Mail
★★★★ ‘Martin Shaw excels in Robert Bolt’s timeless classic.’ – The Observer
★★★★ ‘A cracking story of human courage.’ –The Mail on Sunday
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The Wizard of Oz
Get ready to skip down the Yellow Brick Road with York Stage as they bring The Wizard of Oz to life in a dazzling musical adventure!
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Join Dorothy, Toto and her friends – the Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion – as they journey to the magical Emerald City. As Dorothy navigates the enchanting landscape of Oz she is closely watched by Glinda, the Good Witch, as the Wicked Witch of the West is plotting to thwart Dorothy’s quest and reclaim the magical ruby slippers.
This new production is bursting with vibrant sets, toetapping tunes and a sprinkle of magic that will have you singing Somewhere Over the Rainbow all the way home.
By L. Frank Baum. With Music
and Lyrics by Harold
Arlen and
E.
Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart. Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard. Orchestration by Larry Wilcox. Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros
This amateur production of The Wizard of Oz is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
A THRILLING MURDER MYSTERY FEATURING THE NATION’s FAVOURITE DETECTIVE
House of Ghosts
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Inspector Morse House of Ghosts
A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on-stage during a performance and Detective Chief Inspector Morse embarks on a gripping investigation.
05/06/2025 15:23
What begins as a suspicious death inquiry takes a darker turn when the legendary inspector, together with DS Lewis, uncovers a connection to sinister events in his own past, 25 years earlier.
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts marks the first ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV’s long-running Inspector Morse, hailed by Radio Times as ‘The greatest British crime series of all time’, has inspired equally beloved spin-offs, Lewis and Endeavour
Starring Tom Chambers (Father Brown, Strictly Come Dancing) as Inspector Morse, this original story written for the stage is a must-see for fans of compelling detective stories and thrilling mysteries.
Ages 12+
Starring Tom Chambers as Morse
Based on characters by Colin Dexter
Written by Alma Cullen
Directed by Anthony Banks
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody
Get ready for non-stop laughs with your favourite friends.
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New York and Las Vegas sensation, is a sidesplitting musical comedy packed with iconic moments from all ten seasons of the beloved television series. Featuring an entirely original musical score, the show follows the escapades of the world’s most famous group of twenty-somethings.
From the producers of Hairspray and the director of The Full Monty, this humorous take on the beloved TV show blends iconic moments with laugh-out-loud comedy. Join Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe as they navigate love, friendship and life’s ups and downs in 1990s New York City.
Whether you’re in a love triangle, trying to make it as an actor or just can’t quit your day job, you’ll be laughing, crying and quoting your favourite lines all night long!
Ages 13+
Pick Me Up Theatre presents Bugsy Malone
Get your splurge gun at the ready as Alan Parker’s world famous Bugsy Malone comes to York with Pick Me Up Theatre following last year’s sell out NATIVITY! The Musical
Bugsy Malone is set in Prohibition-era New York with rival gangsters Fat Sam and Dandy Dan at loggerheads. As custard pies fly and Dan’s destructive ‘splurge guns’ wreak havoc, Bugsy Malone, a penniless ex-boxer and all round nice guy, falls for Blousey Brown, an aspiring singer.
The production features a cast of 40 young performers, and has all the great songs from the original movie, including You Give A Little Love, My Name Is Tallulah, Fat Sam’s Grand Slam and Bugsy Malone. Join Bugsy, Blousey and Tallulah for an unforgettable theatrical experience. Get booking because as Fizzy knows… tomorrow never comes.
Director and Choreographer Lesley Hill, Musical Director Adam Tomlinson and Producer Robert Readman. Alan Parker’s Bugsy Malone, Words and Music by Paul Williams. This amateur production of
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Bugsy Malone is presented by arrangement with Faber Music Ltd on behalf of Warner/Chappell Music Ltd
ANOTHER SUNNY AFTERNOON
Sunny
Afternoon returns to UK stages,
bringing to life the music, the drama, and the legacy of The Kinks’ incredible rise to fame.
Get ready to turn up the volume – Sunny Afternoon, the Olivier Award-winning musical celebrating the music and story of The Kinks, is hitting the road again for a brand new UK tour in 2025/26. Developed over four years by The Kinks co-founder Ray Davies CBE, Australian playwright Joe Penhall, and acclaimed West End producer Sonia Friedman, the show first burst onto the stage at Hampstead Theatre in 2014 before transferring to the Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End. It didn’t just play to packed houses – it captured hearts, selling over 430,000 tickets during its two-year West End run.
Based on the electrifying rise of The Kinks, one of the most iconic rock bands to emerge from Britain during the late 20th century, Sunny Afternoon is set against the backdrop of Britain on the cusp of the rebellious 60s.
This exhilarating production brings to life The Kinks’ journey through success, sibling rivalry, and the sound that defined a generation –
and still inspires today. With a soundtrack of legendary hits like You Really Got Me, Lola, and All Day and All of the Night, audiences are treated to a story packed with raw energy, humour, heartbreak, and music that never ceases to resonate through every generation.
Following its West End triumph, Sunny Afternoon toured the UK and Ireland in 2016 and 2017, playing in 34 cities, and entertaining over 300,000 fans. The production scooped four Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical and Outstanding Achievement in Music for Ray Davies – a testament to the power of The Kinks’ music and the authenticity of their story.
And now, it’s back! This highly anticipated revival comes courtesy of Sonia Friedman Productions and ATG Productions. Davies himself expressed his excitement, noting, ‘In these times of political uncertainties, it is a relief to know that Sunny Afternoon is on the horizon to lift our spirits.’
The production is directed by Edward Hall and boasts a creative team including designer Miriam Buether, with choreography by Adam Cooper, lighting design by Rick Fisher and sound design by Matt McKenzie. Musical and vocal adaptations are by Ray Davies and Elliott Ware based on original Kinks’ recordings. Sunny Afternoon remains a shining example of what happens when world-class storytelling meets legendary music.
As producer Sonia Friedman puts it, ‘I’m thrilled that we’re bringing back our joyous, celebratory, Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical for a new UK tour. Ray Davies’ music and lyrics capture the poetry and poignancy of everyday life with honesty and wit. I can’t wait for audiences across the UK to see it –
I’ve truly missed it.’
LOLA ALL DAY AND ALL OF THE NIGHT
WATERLOO SUNSET
SUNNY AFTERNOON
YOU REALLY GOT ME SET ME FREE
DEAD END STREET AND MANY, MANY MORE... DAYS
Sunny Afternoon
The Olivier Award-winning musical sensation about one of Britain’s greatest bands is back. ‘A blazing triumph. I swear you’ll get goosebumps.’ (The Telegraph)
This ‘triumphant, show-stopping’ (The Mail on Sunday) musical celebrates the raw energy and timeless sound of The Kinks, telling their story through an incredible back catalogue, including You Really Got Me, Lola and All Day and All of the Night. Winning the Olivier for ‘Best New Musical’, Sunny Afternoon charts the euphoric highs and agonising lows of one of the most iconic bands of all time – jam-packed with the irresistible music that influenced a generation.
Set against the backdrop of Britain on the cusp of the rebellious 60s, Sunny Afternoon is an ‘exhilarating’ (Financial Times) and moving celebration of the band that changed it all. Ages 12+
★★★★★ ‘A belter! Funny, stylish. It has everything The Kinks had.’ – Daily Mail
★★★★ ‘This is a great, very British musical about a great, very British band.’ – The Times
and staged
Slava’s SnowShow
Join us for an unforgettable experience that promises to sprinkle a little magic into your life and remind you of the joy in being wonderfully silly.
Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Slava’s SnowShow, a spellbinding spectacle where laughter and wonder collide. It’s a celebration that knows no bounds, uniting people of all walks of life in a shared moment of joyous folly. Witness a show that revives the art of clowning, drawing in those who’ve turned away from the circus tents of old. Slava’s SnowShow is a cavalcade of chaos and charm that invites you to leave the everyday behind and indulge in pure, childlike delight.
Ages 8+
★★★★★ ‘As poignant, poetic and split-your-trousers funny as ever.’ – The Standard
‘A stunning and masterful example of old-school clowning at its best.’ – The Times
Created
by SLAVA
TH E AT R E FO R ALL
We are committed to making our venues accessible for all and regularly schedule performances that are tailored to ensure everyone can enjoy the magic of live theatre.
Audio Described
The Wizard of Oz Sun 14 Sep 4pm
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts
Sat 27 Sep 2.30pm
SIX Sat 18 Oct 4pm
Pick Me Up Theatre presents Bugsy Malone
Sat 1 Nov 2.30pm
Sunny Afternoon Wed 12 Nov 2.30pm
Cinderella Mon 29 Dec 5.30pm
The Woman in Black Sat 17 Jan 2026 2.30pm
HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical
Wed 11 Feb 2026 7.30pm
Prima Facie Sat 21 Feb 2026 3pm
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile
Sat 7 Mar 2026 2.30pm
Bluey’s Big Play Fri 20 Mar 2026 10am
2:22 A Ghost Story Sat 4 Apr 2026 2.30pm
Relaxed
Cinderella Fri 2 Jan 2026 2pm
MobileConnect
The MobileConnect system amplifies the performance via your mobile phone or tablet. Audience members connected to the app will hear a live feed of the on-stage performance (with audio description, if attending an Audio Described performance) on their headset or digital hearing aids, wherever they are sat in the auditorium. For more information, please visit atgtickets.com/access
BSL Interpreted
The Wizard of Oz Sun 14 Sep 4pm
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts Sat 27 Sep 2.30pm
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody Sat 4 Oct 2.30pm
SIX Sat 18 Oct 4pm
Pick Me Up Theatre presents Bugsy Malone Sat 1 Nov 2.30pm
Sunny Afternoon Wed 12 Nov 2.30pm
Cinderella Mon 29 Dec 5.30pm
The Woman in Black Sat 17 Jan 2026 2.30pm
HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical Wed 11 Feb 2026 7.30pm
Prima Facie Sat 21 Feb 2026 3pm
Cinderella
Grab your friends, family and colleagues, sparkle your slippers and book your tickets before the clock strikes!
Cinderella’s wicked stepsisters treat her as their servant. She’s going to need all the magic her fairy godmother can muster if she is to meet her Prince Charming and find true love before midnight.
With a script by Jon Monie (writer of last year’s production of Beauty and the Beast and winner of Best Script at the Great British Pantomime Awards 2019), this spectacular production will delight with its enchanting story, sidesplitting comedy, lavish settings and adorable miniature ponies.
Starring beloved actress of stage and screen, Lisa George (Coronation Street), as Fairy Godmother and actor and comedy performer, Jimmy Bryant, as Buttons. Further casting to be announced.
Don’t wait for your invitation – get your tickets now and ensure that every member of the family has a ball this Christmas. More fun than you can shake a pumpkin at!
A ATG+ Membership Offer – £5 off
G Groups 10+ Offer – £25 per ticket
S School and Uniformed Groups Best offer –£10 per ticket, plus 1 free teacher ticket for every 10 students
O Seniors Offer – £2.50 off
F Friends & Family Offer – £25 per ticket (Min. 3 / Max. 8 tickets per booking)
January 2026
THE ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE.
SUSAN HILL’S
The Woman in Black
One of the most successful and longest-running theatre shows in the history of London’s West End, this gripping production is a brilliant study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. Now seen by over eight million people worldwide, The Woman in Black continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations.
Obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, Arthur Kipps engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.
Ages 12+
‘The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter.’ – The Daily Telegraph
‘Guaranteed to chill the blood.’ – Evening Standard
The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story The Woman in Black returns to York.
ADAPTED BY STEPHEN MALLATRATT
Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana
Wed 28 – Sat 31 Jan 2026
A Cuban take on the festive classic, the production explodes into York, featuring stunning choreography by Carlos Acosta CBE, performed by more than 20 dancers from his Cuban company, Acosta Danza.
Set to an exuberant Cuban version of the magnificent Tchaikovsky score, the timeless story is brought to life with ballet at its core, enriched with Acosta Danza’s unique style and with Cuban dance traditions beautifully woven throughout the much-loved and joyful family tale. Ages 8+
★★★★ ‘A joyful and colourful festive family show.’ – The Guardian
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Sharing a flat can be murder_
Kym Marsh in
Single White Female
Single White Female is the gripping new stage thriller inspired by the hit novel and 90s film.
Starring Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Waterloo Road, Abigail’s Party), Single White Female invites us into a world where secrets lurk behind every closed door.
Allie, a single mum launching her tech business, advertises for a flatmate – and Hedy seems perfect. But as their lives intertwine, secrets surface and identities blur with dangerous and unimaginable consequences.
Full of dark humour and stiletto-sharp suspense, this brand new adaptation, written by author, journalist and broadcaster Rebecca Reid, updates the original story to the age of social media, in a gripping tale of ambition and obsession.
From the producer of the hit stage adaptation of The Girl on the Train, Single White Female will captivate, shock and keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Ages 15+
A new stage play based on the psychological thriller from Columbia Pictures and the book “SWF Seeks Same” by John Lutz Presented by JAS Theatricals, ATG Productions and Gavin Kalin Productions
Adapted for the Stage by Rebecca Reid
Directed by Gordon Greenberg
HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical
Don’t miss HERE & NOW, the hilarious, heartwarming new musical featuring the hits of Steps, when it comes to York!
Welcome to seaside superstore Better Best Bargains, where it’s Friday night, the vibe is right and everyone’s dancing in the aisles. With Caz and her friends around, who knows what love has in store…
Directed by the award-winning Rachel Kavanaugh (The Great British Bake Off Musical), HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical is produced by Steps themselves, ROYO, and music legend Pete Waterman and features many of Steps’ iconic hits, including Stomp, 5, 6, 7, 8 and Last Thing On My Mind
Book your tickets now – it’d be a Tragedy to miss it.
Ages 5+. Please note Rebecca Lock will not be performing in York.
‘The biggest jukebox hit since MAMMA MIA!’ – The Sun
Barnum
Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights.
West End favourite and TV star Lee Mead will take centre stage as the legendary 19th century showman P.T. Barnum. This spectacular production is directed by Jonathan O’Boyle and choreographed by Oti Mabuse and features an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 actor-musicians, acrobats and amazing circus acts.
Barnum features a whole host of classic show tunes, including Join the Circus, Colours of My Life, Come Follow the Band and Love Makes Such Fools of Us All.
‘A dazzling all-singing, all-juggling musical.’ –The Observer
Lee Mead stars as the world’s greatest showman in the classic Broadway musical Barnum.
Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile
Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.
Following the sell out tours of And Then There Were None and Murder on the Orient Express, Death on the Nile reunites writer Ken Ludwig, celebrated director Lucy Bailey (Witness for the Prosecution), and Fiery Angel.
On board a luxurious cruise under the heat of the Egyptian sun, a couple’s idyllic honeymoon is cut short by a brutal murder.
As secrets that have been buried in the sands of time finally resurface, can the world-famous detective, Hercule Poirot, untangle the web of lies and solve another crime?
Don’t miss the European premiere of a brand new adaptation of the globally celebrated Agatha Christie story on a nationwide tour.
Ages 12+
‘Highly enjoyable. It will delight diehard Poirot aficionados and classic whodunnit fans alike.’
– The Telegraph (on Murder on the Orient Express)
SKIP THE QUEUES
Bluey’s Big Play
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Thu 19 – Sun 22 Mar 2026
02/07/2025 13:17
When Dad feels like a little bit of afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that beanbag.
Bluey’s Big Play is the theatrical adaptation of the Emmy Award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush featuring brilliantly created puppets. Get drinks and snacks delivered directly to your seat
Look out for QR codes in venue to place your order
glorious celebration of everything you love about the show.’ – The Guardian
GABRIEL VEGA WEISSMAN
2:22 A Ghost Story
Following seven West End seasons, a record-breaking UK & Ireland tour and 30 productions across the globe, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now comes to York.
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. It has featured a host of acclaimed star performances (including Lily Allen, Cheryl, Stacey Dooley, Tom Felton, Jake Wood and James Buckley). It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… what do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth?
‘There’s something in our house. I hear it every night, at the same time’.
Casting to be announced. Ages 12+
★★★★ ‘A modern classic.’ – The Sunday Times
★★★★ ‘Danny Robins’s gripping ghost story.’
– The Times
The Hit Play by DANNY ROBINS
Directed by MATTHEW DUNSTER &
justice never looked so good!
Music & Lyrics
LAURENCE O’KEEFE
HACH Book & NELL BENJAMIN
Musical Supervisor
Director Choreographer NIKOLAI FOSTER LEAH HILL MATT SPENCER-SMITH
Legally Blonde The Musical
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production.
This ultimate feel-good rom-com, based on the awardwinning film starring Reese Witherspoon, follows Elle Woods on her transformation from It Girl fashionista to legal ace at Harvard Law School, all in the name of love.
Elle must prove she is more than blonde ambition, swap the changing rooms for the courtroom and learn that ‘being true to yourself never goes out of style.’
This must-see show is from the creative team behind Director Nikolai Foster’s phenomenally successful Kinky Boots. Bend and snap up your tickets today.
Ages 12+
‘Whoever said orange is the new pink was seriously disturbed.’ – Elle Woods
The Music of Fleetwood Mac
by Candlelight
Thu 4 Sep
Featuring an incredible cast of West End singers and a spectacular live band, join us for a ‘landslide’ concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits, as you have never heard them before, by candlelight!
80s Live
Sun 7 Sep
Direct from London’s West End, it’s heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to jitterbug. Dress to impress as we spin you round and round to the hits of Wham!, Culture Club, Madonna, Duran Duran and more in a night to remember.
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
Fri 5 & Sat 6 Sep
The award-winning West End smash hit comedy inspired entirely by a random title from the audience. Performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment – it’s a razor-sharp show where swooning is guaranteed. Ages 14+
Mercury
The Ultimate Queen Tribute
Sun 28 Sep
Strap yourself in for the ultimate tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen! Including all the songs you know and love such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions and many more.
The best seat in the house ...has your name on it
To celebrate our recent relaunch we are excited to offer our audiences the chance to dedicate a seat.
Join Dame Judi Dench and create a lasting legacy by dedicating a seat to a theatre lover or favourite Grand Opera House star. And, all the while, help contribute towards bringing world-class shows to the city of York.
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Northern Live Do I Love You
Mon 29 Sep
Keeping faithful to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on dance floors in the North, and eventually swept the nation, including an 11-piece band with four lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits.
L LB A
The Wittering Whitehalls Barely Alive
Thu 9 Oct
Join Michael and Hilary for an exclusive show as they bring their hit podcast to the stage. Take a comfy (-ish) seat and garner their thoughts on everything from workouts to weddings and everything in between! Ages 14+
Strange but True Crime with Jennifer Rees
Tue 21 Oct
Get ready for a stranger than fiction night of true crime with ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees, who explores the world’s most shocking cases. A fascinating look at the strangest stories, perfect for fans of the true crime genre. Ages 16+
Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony
Thu 23 Oct
After a sell out 2023 UK tour and extended run in London’s West End, Taskmaster and Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed returns as his critically-acclaimed alter ego Mr. Swallow with a brand new show. Ages 14+
Dead Ringers 25th Anniversary Tour
Wed 22 Oct
BBC Radio 4’s legendary, multi awardwinning topical satire show takes to the road with a full UK tour for the first time. Starring Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis MacLeod and Duncan Wisbey.
Taylormania
Fri 24 Oct
Featuring all of Taylor Swift’s much-loved hits, including Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more. This international tribute concert is not to be missed.
STUART BROAD
An Audience with Stuart Broad presented by Laithwaites
Sat 25 Oct
Join one of England’s greatest cricketers, Stuart Broad, two years on after taking his final wicket. He’ll reflect on the highs and lows of his sensational 17-year career. Ages 10+
Fastlove A Tribute to George Michael
Sun 16 Nov
Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration! This one is for the fans: Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper and many more.
A Fairytale for Christmas
Mon 24 & Tue 25 Nov
Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as talented singers, musicians and dancers perform dashing renditions of Yuletide favourites, including Santa Claus Is Comin’ To Town, Step into Christmas, O Holy Night and Fairytale of New York
Ross Noble Cranium of Curiosities
Wed 26 Nov
Ross Noble is the Wizard of Waffle, Rambler Royale, Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back to tour a tornado of tangents. What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun inside his Cranium of Curiosities. Ages 15+
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The Rat Pack A Swingin’ Christmas at The Sands
Thu 27 Nov
Take three great singers, add a dash of comedy and rousing camaraderie with a pinch of the greatest songs ever written and what do you get? A perfect night’s entertainment with The Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas at The Sands.
The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins
Steve Steinman’s Anything for Love The Meat Loaf Story
Fri 28 Nov
Starring the highly acclaimed show producer and no.1 recording artist Steve Steinman, along with his cast of incredible singers and musicians, return for a night of nostalgic classic rock.
Garth Marenghi
Fri 13 Mar 2026 Sun 18 Jan 2026
You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In her first live show in over a decade, Sue delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma, humiliation and misunderstanding. Ages 16+
From the fevered imaginata of Horror Fiction’s Grand Frightener Garth Marenghi, author of Sunday Times-bestselling Garth Marenghi’s TerrorTome and Garth Marenghi’s Incarcerat, come three freshly rancid tales of… This Busted Earth Ages 14+
Photo by Steve Ullathorne .
July
A Man For All Seasons Tue 29 Jul – Sat 2 Aug 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
September The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight Thu 4 Sep 7.30pm
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel Fri 5 & Sat 6 Sep 7.30pm
80s Live Sun 7 Sep 7.30pm
The Wizard of Oz Fri 12 – Sat 20 Sep 7pm (Tue, Wed & Thu), 7.30pm (Fri & Sat), 2.30pm (Sat), 4pm (Sun), Sun 14 Sep 4pm
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts Tue 23 – Sat 27 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), Sat 27 Sep 2.30pm
Mercury: The Ultimate Queen Tribute Sun 28 Sep 7.30pm
Northern Live: Do I Love You Mon 29 Sep 7.30pm
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody Tue 30 Sep – Sat 4 Oct 7.30pm (Excl. Fri), 5.30pm & 8.30pm (Fri), 2.30pm (Sat) Sat 4 Oct 2.30pm
October Uncanny: Fear Of The Dark Sun 5 & Mon 6 Oct 7.30pm
Grayson Perry: Are You Good? Tue 7 Oct 7.30pm
Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway? Wed 8 Oct 7.30pm
The Wittering Whitehalls: Barely Alive Thu 9 Oct 7.30pm
Alan Davies: Think Ahead Fri 10 Oct 7.30pm
Joanne McNally: Pinotphile Sat 11 Oct 8pm
Babatunde Aléshé: High Expectations Sun 12 Oct 8pm
SIX Tue 14 – Sat 18 Oct 8pm (Tue, Thu & Sat), 6pm & 8.30pm (Wed & Fri), 4pm (Sat) Sat 18 Oct 4pm
Strange but True Crime with Jennifer Rees Tue 21 Oct 7.30pm
Dead Ringers: 25th Anniversary Tour Wed 22 Oct 7.30pm
Nick Mohammed is Mr. Swallow: Show Pony Thu 23 Oct 7.30pm
Taylormania Fri 24 Oct 7.30pm
An Audience with Stuart Broad presented by Laithwaites Sat 25 Oct 7.30pm
Pick Me Up Theatre presents Bugsy Malone Fri 31 Oct – Sat 8 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat & Sun), Sat 1 Nov 2.30pm
November Sunny Afternoon Tue 11 – Sat 15 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Fri & Sat), Wed 12 Nov 2.30pm
Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael Sun 16 Nov 7.30pm
Gareth Malone Mon 17 Nov 7.30pm
Slava’s SnowShow
Wed 19 – Sun 23 Nov 7.30pm (Excl. Sun), 2.30pm (Thu & Sat), 2pm & 6pm (Sun)
A Fairytale for Christmas Mon 24 & Tue 25 Nov 7.30pm
Ross Noble: Cranium of Curiosities Wed 26 Nov 8pm
The Rat Pack: A Swingin’ Christmas at The Sands Thu 27 Nov 7.30pm
Steve Steinman’s Anything for Love:
The Meat Loaf Story Fri 28 Nov 7.30pm
The Amy Winehouse Band Sat 29 Nov 7.30pm
December Cinderella Sat 6 Dec 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026 See website for details. Mon 29 Dec 5.30pm, Fri 2 Jan 2026 2pm
January 2026 Bowie Experience Sun 11 Jan 7.30pm
The Woman in Black Tue 13 – Sat 17 Jan 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat), Sat 17 Jan 2.30pm
The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins Sun 18 Jan 7.30pm
Revision on Tour: Macbeth/Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde Mon 26 Jan 10am, 2pm & 7pm
Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana Wed 28 – Sat 31 Jan 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
February Single White Female
Tue 3 – Sat 7 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Michael Starring Ben Sun 8 Feb 7.30pm HERE & NOW – The Steps Musical Tue 10 – Sun 15 Feb 7.30pm (Excl. Sun), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), 3pm (Sun) Wed 11 Jan 7.30pm
Prima Facie
Tue 17 – Sat 21 Feb 7.30pm, 3pm (Thu & Sat), Sat 21 Feb 3pm Barnum
Tue 24 – Sat 28 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat), Sat 28 Feb 2.30pm
March Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile Tue 3 – Sat 7 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), Sat 7 Mar 2.30pm
Varna International Ballet Mon 9 – Wed 11 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed)
Garth Marenghi Fri 13 Mar 7.30pm
Bluey’s Big Play Thu 19 – Sun 22 Mar 10am, 1pm & 4pm (Sat & Sun), Fri 20 Mar 10am
Killer Couples with Emma Kenny Sun 29 Mar 7.30pm
2:22 A Ghost Story Mon 30 Mar – Sat 4 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), Sat 4 Apr 2.30pm
April Come From Away by York Stage Fri 10 – Sat 18 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat), 4pm (Sun)
Legally Blonde The Musical Tue 21 – Sat 25 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat), Thu 23 Apr 7.30pm
Audio Described BSL Interpreted Relaxed
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Access tickets can be booked by joining our Access Membership Scheme. For accessibility advice please contact us online atgtickets.com/access/contact-us or call our Access Assistance line on 0333 009 5399**.
For D/deaf and hard of hearing customers our Type Talk number is 180001 0333 009 5399*
(Open daily 9am-8pm, except Christmas Day. Bank holiday hours may vary).
Ticket prices
Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online. ATG+ Membership, group ticket prices and any special offers are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time. Family tickets are for 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. ATG+ Membership offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per card on selected seats, prices and performances. atgtickets.com/membership
Children
No children under 3 will be admitted to the venue except where it is specifically stated at the time of booking that the event is suitable for under 3s. Babes in arms (children under 18 months unless otherwise stated at the time of booking and on the ticket) will only be admitted to performances that are specifically aimed at them (pantomimes and shows permitting under 3s only). Where babes in arms are permitted they shall be admitted free of charge. If any other age restrictions apply for a particular performance this will be stated on the relevant production page of our website. Children (ages 18 months to 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Children (ages 15 years and under) must be supervised at all times. Supervision of children shall be by no less than 1 adult (aged 18 years or over) per 10 children and the supervising adult must sit next to the child/ren. The Management reserves the right to ask parents / supervisors to remove children if, in the opinion of the Management, they are causing a disturbance. Please note that some productions can be loud, if a member of your party is sensitive to this, we would recommend bringing their preferred noise protection.
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Grand Opera House York, Clifford and Cumberland Street, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9SW
Conditions of sale
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Information about fees
Up to £2.25 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your venue. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG venues, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket booking fee and/or a one-off transaction fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees.
Sustainability
We work to continuously improve our environmental performance and find solutions that reduce environmental impact, therefore this brochure is printed on responsibly sourced paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling or passing on to a friend.
