

A warm welcome to our Winter What’s On Guide. As the air turns cooler and the wind, rain, and snow* sets in, the team at the Alban Arena are on standby to deliver our patrons hours of comfort, joy, laughter and entertainment.
We are delighted to continue our partnership with Evolution Productions Ltd to present THE ALL NEW ADVENTURES OF PETER PAN, A Pantomime Sequel, starring Coronation Street’s Chris Gascoyne. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder of Neverland.
As ever, we bring you the biggest names in comedy. Experience BGT winner Viggo Venn as he brings his ‘joyous idiocy’ of clowning to our venue or ‘award winning’ humour of Jimeoin.
Dance is brought to us from Havana with Pasión De Buena Vista, from Italy; BBC Strictly’s Graziano Di Prima, and Ireland (a little closer to home); Emerald Storm.
From Community events, sporting legends, live music to opera, there really is something for everyone.
From all the team, we thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you soon.
For our most up to date shows and information, please visit www.alban-arena.co.uk
*snow only ordered for Christmas Day.
Best wishes,
Jo Ditch Theatre Contract ManagerTue 17 Oct 7.30pm
Feel the immense power and thunderous rhythms as Irish Dance and Modern Tap combine to soar into the 21st century! Co-written and co-choreographed by world renowned tap dancer and Hollywood actor Adam Garcia. This is a show not to be missed! This is Irish dance reborn.
£34.50
Wed 18 Oct 7.30pm
There are few comedians who shoot down political correctness with such comedic pin point accuracy as Australia’s Kevin Bloody Wilson. While todays Age Of Outrage has his contemporaries ducking for cover for fear of being cancelled, Kev crushes PC eggshells with the grace and diplomacy of a wounded buffalo.
£34
Fri 20 Oct 7.30pm
Let the world's leading Rock 'n' Roll show take you on a journey through the years, as together you celebrate the most iconic moments in Comedy, Rock 'n' Roll and Pop Culture from the 50s right the way through to the 80s. If you only see one theatre show this year, make it this one.
£28.50, £26.50
Sat 21 Oct 7.30pm
This stunning 100% live show combines first class music with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have! This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling!
£31.50
Fri 27 Oct 8pm
Jibber Jabber Jamboree marks Ross Noble’s 21st solo stand-up tour. To celebrate this milestone, he invites you to join him for an evening of the sort of inspired nonsense that has cemented his place as the supreme master of stream of conscious freewheeling stand up.
£30.50
AGES 15+
Wed 25 Oct 7.30pm
Musicals in Concert is a theatrical celebration of the best musicals from the West End and Broadway. From the powerful ballads of Phantom of The Opera and Miss Saigon to the hits of Dirty Dancing and Motown with a finale of songs from the greatest musical of all time Les Miserables.
£29.50
Sat 28 Oct 7.30pm
Featuring stars from global smash-hit Jersey Boys, Frankie’s Guys have become internationally renowned for their astonishing vocal harmonies, slick dance moves and incredible live performances. Includes all the iconic Four Seasons’ hits including Big Girls Don’t Cry, Oh What A Night, Sherry, Grease, Walk Like A Man and many more.
£26.50
Sun 29 Oct 7.30pm
An hilarious evening of WorldClass stand-up from live comedy’s internationally acclaimed Irish master! Award-winning with a wide appeal and a cheeky, no-gimmicks and superbly observed sense of humour, Jimeoin has audiences in stitches across.
£20
Fri 3 Nov 8pm
With his looks, charm and charisma, Ben continues to amaze audiences with his stage presence leading to fans claiming globally, ‘this is the closest you will ever get to the King’. Witnessing sell-out performances around the world, including a recent West End performance, prepare to be blown away.
£35.50, conc £32.50
Sat 4 Nov 7.30pm
With the moves of Britney and voices like Whitney, these dragtastic divas are the real deal and will have you feeling fierce and fabulous before you know it! Serving up a set list of remixed and reimagined pop anthems, including, Queen Of The Night, Born This Way, Raining Men, I Will Survive, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Musical Mashups and so much more!
£28.50, £26.50
Santa’s favourite musical is coming to The Alban Arena from the North Pole this November from St Albans Musical Theatre Company!
Elf the Musical tells the story of Buddy, a young orphan, who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity.
Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
This modern day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
Tue 7 Nov 7.30pm
Wed 8 Nov 7.30pm
BSL signed performance
£20-£15
Conc & U16 £2 off*
Thu 9 Nov 7.30pm
Fri 10 Nov 7.30pm
Sat 11 Nov 12pm, 5pm
£22.50-£15
U16 £2 off*
*excludes cheapest seats
Sun 12 Nov 7.30pm
Norwegian clown Viggo Venn moved to this country with one dream: to be a British comedian... After blowing away the competition in an explosion of hi-vis jackets, balloons, and joyous idiocy, Viggo became the most talked-about new entertainer in the country by winning Britain’s Got Talent.
£23
AGES 12+ SOLD OUT
Fri 17 Nov 7.30pm
Join David Swindle for a chilling, thrilling, night at the theatre. True crime fans, and those with a curious mind, can explore the cases, the circumstances and the detective’s perspective on what really went on, the early warning signs and the clues behind The Makings of a Murderer!
AGES 18+ £29.50
FEAT. KATHY SLEDGE
Sat 18 Nov 7.30pm
In this eagerly anticipated theatre tour, Sister Sledge Live returns to the stage for a spectacular UK tour in November, with Kathy Sledge’s unique soulful vocals and infectious energy, captivating audiences across the country with electrifying performances.
Expect all the hits Lost in Music, We are family, The Greatest Dancer, My Guy and many more.
£37, £32, £27, VIP £77
Mon 20 Nov 2.30pm
As featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre and BBC “Children in Need”. Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic Big Band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole - jazzing up those Jingle Bells! “Superb, they swing like crazy!” - Sheila Tracy, BBC.
Tue 21 Nov 7.30pm
Be part of a night like no other as we bring you the concert you’ve been dreaming of! The ultimate celebration of one the biggest bands to have ever graced the stage - Queen. Break free with us and shake all over like a jellyfish as Radio GaGa recreates two magical hours live on stage.
£29.50
£20, conc £18
£29.50
Wed 22 Nov 7.30pm
A night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour! Roll up, roll up... a scintillating night of sparkling entertainment. The UK’s longest running burlesque show is back touring the nation and it’s bigger than ever. Join us for the good old-fashioned night out as we bring you the ultimate variety show. Expect the unexpected with plenty of glitter and glamour!
£29.50, conc £27.50
AGES 18+
Fri 24 Nov 7.30pm
Edinburgh Comedy Award winning comedian and ARIA award-winning broadcaster John Robins embarks on his first stand-up tour since 2019. If you’ve seen him before you know what to expect; rage, anxiety and a lot of laughs. If you haven’t seen him before, strap in.
£23
AGES 16+
Sat 25 Nov 7.30pm
One of the most sought after joke writers in the country and longstanding Mock the Week special guest, Gary Delaney has been through the laughing glass and he’s ready to bring you a brand new show with hit after hit of the kind of one-liners only a master could craft. If you’re hunting for snark, Gary’s got it covered!
£22.50, £16.50
AGES 16+
Sat 13 Jan 7.30pm
The International smash hit “Spirit of the Dance” celebrates 25 fabulous years as one of the most successful dance shows ever and now, their new spine tingling anniversary show is touring the world. Seen by more than 20 million people worldwide, the blockbuster hit show is Irish in origin and bursting with raw energy.
£31
DANNY BAKER AT LAST…
THE SAUSAGE SANDWICH TOUR
Wed 10 Jan 7.30pm
Buckle up at Curtain Up because here we go again! The third (and final) part of the trilogy that began with the sell-out Cradle To Stage nights, charged on through the Good Time Charlie shows now reaches its peak with (At Last) The Sausage Sandwich Tour! A brand-new, full-tilt, non-stop thunderous performance; another panjandrum of unstoppable anecdotes.
£29.50
AGES 14+
Sun 14 Jan 6pm
An award winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see.
£25.50
Thu 18 Jan 7.30pm
Ex-special forces soldier, star of TV’s SAS: Who Dares Wins, Inside The Real Narcos and author of The Number One Bestseller Battle Scars; Jason Fox will bring to the stage and on tour the remarkable story of his daring exploits in a distinguished career as an elite operator in the UK Special Forces.
£30.50
Wed 24 Jan 7.30pm
Join Ken Doherty, John Virgo, Dennis Taylor, John Parrott and Steve Davis for tales from the crucible, their world championship wins, the glory days of snooker and never before heard stories from on and off the table. The event will include a live interview, a trick shot masterclass, exhibition match and Q&A.
£34.50, VIP £71.50
Thu 25 Jan 7.30pm
Tommy Emmanuel is a virtuoso guitarist whose real-time exuberance and infectious joy illuminates everything he does. He is known for his ability to play three parts at once with pure heart and real soul. His fans love his unbound talent and the magic he brings. Plus special guest Molly Tuttle.
£44.50, £39.50, £37
Fri 26 Jan 7.30pm
An outrageous celebration of a golden age, live on stage. The costumes, the make-up, the music. You ain’t seen nothing yet! So, bring your tiger feet and join us for a night like no other. Come on feel the noize and dress to impress for this feelgood show of the year!
£31
Sat 27 Jan 7.30pm
T.Rextasy have now been performing around the world for over 20 years, a career that ironically out lives Marc’s very own T.Rex. The band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to Marc Bolan & T.Rex. The band has been described by many as ‘beyond the boundaries of tribute’.
£28.50
Tue 30 Jan 7.30pm
Since Miles’s last tour finished in 2017, he’s been in The Full Monty on Disney Plus, The Durrells and Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? as well as many episodes of Frankie Boyle’s New World Order and Have I Got News For You. His new show On I Bang is a tale about surprise, fear, luck, love and qualified medical practitioners.
£26
Wed 31 Jan 7.30pm
Join Neil Brand, composer, writer, broadcaster, musician who is acclaimed as a world expert on music for silent film & silent comedy with his all-new show about the immortal comedy duo. Fully illustrated with stills, clips & Neil’s superlative piano accompaniment, this show promises gales of laughter throughout.
£21.50
Thu 1 Feb 7.30pm
Boasting a worldwide celebrity client list, Stuart brings his quick-witted humour, sensitivity, and compassion to the stage. Connecting with the spirit world, direct messages from loved ones who have passed on are brought forward with comfort and empathy.
£32
Fri 2 Feb 8pm
Daniel O’Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal social media followings! He’s had many characters, but for this live show he’s going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up, as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, mistakes and madness of his career so far.
£27
AGES 16+
Sat 3 Feb 7.30pm
Enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment jampacked with non-stop hits, big-screen action, expert narrative and lots of fun. Take a journey through several decades of pop as we celebrate the music of Jeff Lynne’s ELO, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles’ George Harrison.
£29.50
Mon 5 Feb 7.30pm
Ukrainian National Opera®, Carmenthe most powerful, enjoyable, and tuneful opera. Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with English Surtitles. Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra.
£44, Conc £40
Wed 7 Feb 7.30pm
Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of dance, acrobatics, music, and comedy, creating a show that appeals to audiences of all ages. This mindblowing experience will ignite your senses and make your toes tap.
£29
AGES 5+
Thu 8 Feb 7.30pm
The ultimate celebration concert to one of the most iconic and best-selling artists of all time. In this brand-new touring theatre show Robert Schmuck (Billy The Kid) and his amazing 7 piece band perform breath-taking musical arrangements of multi-million selling songs such as ‘My Life’, ‘Uptown Girl’ and more.
£27.50
Fri 9 Feb 7.30pm
All the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by International Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.
£29.50
Wed 14 - Sat 17 Feb
The St.Albans Gang Show is back again for their annual show. Come and see the talent, enthusiasm and dedication of young people from both the Scouts and GirlGuiding. Join us for a fun packed variety show full of energetic dance routines, uplifting songs, and brilliant comedy sketches.
Tickets: www.stalbansgangshow.com
Sun 18 Feb 3.30pm
Brand new for 2024. Join Milkshake! Live on Holiday as they embark on a new show with some of your favourite Milkshake! friends plus two Milkshake! presenters.
£19.50, U16 £18.50, Family x 4 £72
Mon 19 Feb 6.30pm
In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal. Performing the music of iconic bands including: Nirvana, Metallica, Foo Fighters, SOAD, Guns N Roses & MORE!
£55, £45, £39
Tue 20 Feb 7.30pm
Join Tottenham UEFA Cup Heroes, Graham Roberts, Tony Parks, Paul Miller and Ossie Ardiles, as they celebrate 40 years since winning the UEFA Cup and they discuss being part of that winning team.
£27.50, VIP £60
Wed 21 Feb 7.30pm
Sir Geoff comes to St Albans in 2024 on his final farewell tour. He will talk amusingly about his illustrious West Ham and England career. Across the world, Sir Geoff Hurst certainly needs no introduction. He is a sporting legend who is still the only player ever to score a hat trick in a World Cup Final.
£31.50, VIP £82
Fri 23 Feb 7.30pm
Join Jim Davidson on his marathon swim as he resists the pull of the under-current. Slap on the Goose fat and battle through the dark and murky waters and join him for another evening of rip-roaring comedy, as Jim Davidson OBE continues to play to capacity audiences.
£29
Thu 22 Feb 2.30pm
Celebrating 75 amazing years in show business, Sooty, Sweep and Soo are planning a very special birthday party and you’re all invited. However, in true Sooty style nothing goes to plan! With buckets of audience participation and gallons of giggles, this spectacular celebration will delight Sooty fans old and new!
£21, U16 £18.50
Sat 24 Feb 7.30pm
The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Join the world’s top adventure filmmakers and thrillseekers as they climb, ski, paddle and ride into the wildest corners of the planet!
LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU
Sun 25 Feb 5pm
Giovanni Pernice is back for his brand new live tour. The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is the epitome of live entertainment. Giovanni will be joined by a world class cast of professional dancers and West End performers to bring you an unforgettable experience. VIP Meet & Greet at 3pm.
Mon 4 Mar 7.30pm
The ultimate evening with Footballing legend Kevin Keegan LIVE on stage hosted by Jed Stone. The evening will be full of entertainment and banter as you can well expect, so sit back and enjoy! This evening will give you a full insight into his career.
£38, VIP Meet & Greet £98
Wed 6 Mar 7.30pm
From Havana, Cuba’s award-winning international smash hit music & dance show Pasión de Buena Vista - featuring a stunning seventeen 17-piece ensemble of highly skilled, Cuban musicians, singers and dancers renowned throughout the global Latin music community present this unique and exhilarating show.
£37, £34
Thu 7 Mar 8pm
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn't say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16. Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her.
£34.50
Fri 8 Mar 7.30pm
Ben Fogle’s new show WILD brings to life on stage, stories and tales of hope, possibility, and positivity. From his extraordinary encounters with the human and natural world; the wilderness of Northern Sweden to the jungles of Honduras; the hostile extreme environments of Chernobyl to the mountains of Nepal; Ben will take you on a journey with inspiring and uplifting tales of self-discovery, that will leave you enchanted, enlightened, and entertained.
£32
SARAH MILLICAN LATE BLOOMERSat 9 Mar 7.30pm
It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. Get ready for the biggest Motown party of the year. You will be going loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the Motown classics.
£34
Tue 12 Mar 7.30pm
Come with us to the place you belong, for a night of the very best country classics! Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as, for one night only, we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music. Brand-new for 2024, from hit producers Entertainers... this is the Lost in Music of Country!
£32
Mon 11 Mar 7.30pm
This new show is a tribute to Graziano’s Italian ancestors and an electrifying evening of Latin and Ballroom dancing. Including a special thank you to a family who never wavered in their belief that their son would one day be a professional dancer. Experience Graziano’s life story today.
Sat 16 - Sun 17 Mar 11am
Celebrate the best in British film and television history with the nation’s favourite TV channel. Talking Pictures TV presents celebrity guests, music, magic and comedy. See lost films and TV episodes on the big screen. Stalls and special offers. A weekend of nostalgia, hosted by Mike Read and Caroline Munro.
www.renownfilms.co.uk
Thu 21 Mar 7.30pm
Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2024 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feel good factor will transport you back to the magical 1960’s. Starring Dozy Beaky Mick and Tich, The Trems (former members of The Tremeloes), The Swinging Blue Jeans, The Fortunes and Vanity Fare.
£33
Fri 22 Mar 7.30pm
With over 20 years of touring under their belt, Live Wire put the audience right in the middle of a live experience comparable to that only AC/DC themselves produce. We invite AC/DC fans to join, sing with us and relive some of those classic AC/DC concerts of the past on our very own Highway to Hell.
£24.50
HEROES & VILLAINS
Sat 23 Mar 7.30pm
Jonathan Pie: Hero or Villain? A question often asked and one that Pie hopes to answer in his brand-new live show. Join him as he celebrates the UK’s greatest heroes (Nurses / Gary Lineker / 24-hour off license proprietors) and takes a verbal blowtorch to its villains.
£29.50
THE MAN WHO COULD SEE THROUGH SH*T
Sun 24 Mar 8pm
Lucille Hunter proudly once proclaimed “It’s easy to see through sh*t, the hard part is pretending you haven’t.” Join Reginald D. Hunter for an hour of exploring this phenomena in this progressive work in a pre next-variant world. As seen on Live at the Apollo & 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.
£26
AGES 18+
Sun 31 Mar 7.30pm
For one night only Thank ABBA For The Music celebrates the global pop phenomenon’s legendary 1974 Eurovision victory with their special 50th Anniversary show! Featuring all of ABBA’s iconic hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Super Trouper, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! SOS, Voulez-Vous, Fernando, Waterloo and many more.
£27.50
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You can book online 24 hours a day at www.alban-arena.co.uk. The Box Office phones lines are currently open Mon-Sat 10am-4.30pm. On performance days the box office will open for in person bookings a minimum of 2 hours before the start of the show until 15 minutes after curtain up.
Please be aware we only take card payments and are a cashless venue. Visa, MasterCard and Maestro are accepted. Alban Arena vouchers are also accepted. E-tickets are available at the time of purchase or can be held at the Box Office for collection.
Tickets may be reserved for 3 working days, without payment, subject to availability but must be confirmed with payment or cancelled no later than 7 before the performance. Any unpaid tickets not confirmed by this time will be released for sale.
Under 18 months are generally only admitted for children’s shows and at our discretion.
We regret that tickets cannot be refunded unless a performance is postponed or cancelled, in this circumstance only the face value of the ticket will be refunded. Tickets can be exchanged or a credit note issued up to 7 days prior to a performance date, less a 10% admin fee. Tickets can be taken back for resale within 7 days of a performance date if the show has sold out. In this instance, a credit note will be issued less a 10% admin fee. All exchanges and re-sales are at the management’s discretion.
Where offered, concessions prices related to Under 16s, full-time students, senior citizens, unwaged and the registered disabled may be asked for proof of your discount eligibility.
A family ticket constitutes four tickets of which at least one must be an adult and one other must be a child. Only one discount can apply to a ticket. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
We welcome group bookings for any performance, and discounts are available where stated. Group bookings will be held for one month or until a sellout whichever is sooner. Please advise us if any of your group has specific access needs, or requires a wheelchair position. For further information please call the Box Office. Group bookings also receive an extended reservation period.
We will record booking contact details at the time of booking to enable communication in the event of a cancellation. With consent, customer details will also be used to provide relevant information about forthcoming events at The Alban Arena. In accordance with the Data Protection Act, these details will not be shared with any third parties.
Smoking, the use of electronic cigarettes and the use of cameras or any kind of recording apparatus such as mobile phones is strictly prohibited in the auditorium. Latecomers may be asked to wait for a suitable pause in the programme before being shown to their seats. Changes to the programme, cast, seating and pricing are at the discretion of the management.
The closest car park to the Arena is the Civic Centre car park, which operates on a pay & display basis. For all up to date information on parking, please visit St Albans City & District Council’s car parking guide. For sat navs, use the postcode: AL1 3LD.
Alban Arena has great public transport links; St Albans Train Station is a 15 minute walk and there are various bus stops a 5 minute walk away in the town.
Mon-Sat 10am-4.30pm
Show details listed in the brochure are correct at the time of printing. Changes to the programme are at the discretion of the management and touring companies.