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Sun 16 Feb 7.30pm
In the ever-evolving book of British comedy, Jim Davidson OBE remains a best-seller, writing new chapters of hilarity that captivate capacity audiences year after year.
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Sat 22 Feb 7.30pm
This highly talented ten-piece band will be joined by guest vocalists Stefan Taylor and original Northern Soul artist Lorraine Silver (Lost Summer Love), a cherished favourite from Wigan Casino. Performing Northern Soul classics and promising a timeless journey that captures the essence of the movement which refused to stay underground.
£30
AGES 18+
£30
AGES 12+
Thu 27 Feb 7.30pm
With more than 5 million tickets sold in 50+ counties, the string quartet has more than just a smattering of humour interwoven amongst the horsehair of their bows.
Hysterical, even if you don’t know your Mozart from your Bach, but exquisitely performed if you do!
£32.50 AGES 14+
Fri 28 Feb 7.30pm
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 around and round to the hits of Wham!, Culture Club, Madonna, Duran Duran and more in a night to remember.
£34
Sat 1 Mar 5.45pm & 8.45pm
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.
AGES 14+
£27.50, £37.50, £47.50, £65
Wed 5 Mar 7.30pm
Multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry has announced his brand-new ‘Englandia’ UK stand-up tour for 2025.
Renowned as the most successful British Indian stand-up comedian in British history, Paul’s career is marked by numerous accolades.
From £27.50
Mon 3 Mar 1.30pm Tue 4 Mar 10.30am
Based on the beloved book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort.
Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest!
Dodge hungry crocs beneath Long-John Bridge, bob upon the waves of Big Knickers Bay, spot sharks in fancy underpants and trek across Three Pants Ridge.
AGES 1+
£17.50, U16 £15.50, Schools 10+ £13.50, Groups 10+ £13.50
Thu 6 Mar 7.30pm
Amassing more than 900 appearances in the red and white of The Gunners between them, three Arsenal legends; Ray Parlour, Paul Merson and Perry Groves are coming to town to talk about their action-packed football careers.
£40, VIP £72.50 AGES 14+
Wed 12 Mar 7.30pm
Join Gordon as he recounts thrilling encounters with pandas, grizzlies, tigers, jaguars and more. Learn about the heartstopping moments, the mud, sweat, and tears, and the tender interactions that have shaped his extraordinary career.
£31.50, Conc £29.50
Sat 8 Mar 7.30pm
Celebrate the sound of a generation with the classic hits of The Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Martha Reeves, Smokey Robinson live in concert. Seen by millions and now in its 20th year!
£35.50 AGES 14+
Thu 13 Mar 2pm & 7pm
Hertfordshire County Dance Teachers’ Association (CDTA) is celebrating 40 years and proud to present a programme of dance by schools from across the country! CDTA, supported by BEEE Creative CIO, are using the last 40 years as inspiration for the theme of the Hertfordshire School’s County Dance Festival 2025.
£11, Conc £6
Fri 14 - Sat 15 Mar 7.30pm
With a career rooted in passion, dedication, and unparalleled artistry, Giovanni has become a household name, captivating audiences worldwide with his electrifying performances and unmatched charisma.
A BSL interpreter will be present for the Friday performance only.
£48.50, £52.50, VIP £132.50 AGES 8+
Sat 22 - Sun 23 Mar 11am
Every year, Talking Pictures TV and Renown Pictures take over the Alban Arena, St Albans, for a star-studded spectacular of a weekend, with live on stage entertainment plus screenings of lost and rare shorts, films & TV episodes – perfect for fans of good old fashioned entertainment.
Tickets availble at renownfilms.co.uk
Fri 21 Mar 7.30pm
The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience 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.
£25, £30 AGES 12+ SOLD OUT
Wed 26 Mar 7.30pm
Strictly Come Dancing legend, Anton Du Beke, returns in 2025. With his live band, guest singer and dancers, expect a fab-ulous evening of song, dance and laughter. Enjoy a glamorous evening full of songs and dances from classic West End and Broadway shows. With special guest Lauren Oakley.
£50.50, £52.50 AGES 8+
Thu 27 Mar 8pm
CULTURE WARS, THE ENVIRONMENT, BRITISH FOREIGN POLICY and SOCIAL JUSTICE: these are just a few of the topics that Jack spectacularly fails to address (or even mention for that matter) in his brand new show.
£32.50
AGES 14+ SOLD OUT
Sat 29 Mar 7.30pm
Unlock the door to an undercover world of elegance and iconic dance flavours. From the clandestine New York Speakeasy to the sultry Havana dance floors and from the Burlesque Cabaret Clubs of the mid 1900’s to the glittering mirror balls of Studio 54, SPEAKEASY will be a delicious dance experience.
£40.50, £50.50, £57.50
Fri 28 Mar 8pm
After a phenomenal debut tour, awardwinning comedian Sophie McCartney is back! A new decade beckons and she DOES NOT BELIEVE IT! What does life look like when you’re too old to be young, but too young to be old?
£20, £25, £42.50
AGES 16+
Sat 5 Apr 7.30pm
Get glittered up for a fun, fab and feelgood night of dancing with people your own age to the best ever 70s disco, 80s pop and 90s dance floor classics!
AGES 7+
£22, VIP via eventbrite.co.uk
AGES 18+
Sun 6 Apr 11am
The exhibition offers an excellent showcase for those incredibly special touches that can add a personal feel to your wedding day. The unique boutique area features some of Hertfordshire’s most creative small designers and will certainly provide inspiration.
Fashion shows 12.30pm and 2pm.
Free admission: Visit wedexuk.co.uk for full details
Wed 9 Apr 7pm
Experience the electrifying fusion of music, skating, and extreme stunts with The Rollerboys. Hold on to your seats and prepare for the thrill of high-flying flips, spins, and jaw-dropping tricks. Whether they’re tearing up the ramps or serenading the crowd, The Rollerboys will put on a show unlike anything you’ve seen before.
£24
Tue 8 Apr 7.30pm
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is back with a brand-new line-up of captivating short films packed with extreme journeys, intriguing characters and stunning cinematography. Join the world’s top outdoor filmmakers and adventurers as they climb, ski, paddle, run and ride through the wildest corners of the planet!
£17.50, Conc £16
AGES 12+
Thu 10 Apr 7.30pm
Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 Glorious Years of fun, laughter and low level disruption! Marvel! As I offer new insights into the hot topics of the day such as the demise of the SCART lead, The Culture Wars, the differences between crab sticks and rhubarb and the origins of Tirimisu!
£32.50
AGES 9+ SOLD OUT
Fri 11 Apr 8pm
From the Jam will tour the UK celebrating the 45th Anniversary of The Jam’s fourth studio album Setting Sons. The critically acclaimed album reached #4 in the UK and was the band’s first album to enter the US charts. Succeeding All Mod Cons, the album became a commercial success, earning them their first top ten hit single The Eton Rifles.
£37.50
AGES 18+
Sat 12 Apr 7.30pm
Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
Now touring in 18 countries, selling over 250,000 tickets worldwide. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael.
£33.50
AGES 14+
Thu 24 Apr 7.30pm
Starring Carli Norris (Doctors, Hollyoaks, Eastenders), Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Daniele Coombe (West End Star), we present the final UK tour of the smash-hit Menopause the Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause.
£35
AGES 16+
Fri 25 Apr 8pm
After the huge international success of his last tour, ‘So, Where Were We?’ which sold out 173 venues across 20 countries and was named UK Comedy Tour of the Year 2023 (Chortle), Dara’s new show ‘Re:Creation’ sees one of Ireland’s finest live comedians back doing his favourite thing: standing in a theatre, telling stories and creating madness with the audience.
£32.50 AGES 14+ SOLD OUT
Tue 29 -Fri 2 May 7.30pm & Sat 3 May 1pm, 6pm
SAMTC presents A Chorus Line, the groundbreaking musical that follows seventeen dancers auditioning for a coveted spot in a Broadway chorus. As the director pushes them to reveal their personal stories, the dancers share their hopes, fears, and sacrifices made for a life in the spotlight.
From £16
Sun 4 May 1pm, 4pm & 8pm Mon 5 May 8pm
A brand-new show for 2025!
Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in standup comedy that has literally been yonks in the making.
The last tour was a sellout, so get your tickets now!
AGES 16+
£32.50
Thu 8 May 7.30pm
Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a hugely entertaining all-areas-access conversation spanning a decade inside Formula 1, with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix’s smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive.
£39, £49, £58, £75, Meet & Greet available from artist-tix.com
Fri 9 May 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 us, sing with us and relive some of those classic AC/DC concerts of the past on our very own Highway to Hell.
£27.50
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Wed 14 May 7.30pm
Immerse yourself in the ultimate fusion of rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and comedy with That’ll Be The Day, the UK’s longest-running theatre show. Experience a captivating journey through music history from the 50s to the 80s, filled with electrifying performances and iconic tunes.
£29.50, £31.50
Thu 15 May 7.30pm
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Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington is set to dazzle audiences across the UK & Ireland with his highly anticipated 2025 dance tour. Following his triumphant performances on the hit BBC show, Kai is bringing his exceptional talent and charismatic stage presence to theatres nationwide.
£40.50, £50.50, VIP £82.50
AGES 8+
Fri 16 May 7.30pm
They skyrocketed to stardom 60 years ago with No1 hits Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man and Sherry – so, come out tonight as we celebrate The Four Seasons’ millionselling hits: Rag Doll, Oh What a Night, Silence is Golden and Frankie Valli’s chart toppers Let’s Hang On, Working My Way Back to You, Beggin’ and Grease.
£34.50
NISH KUMAR:
Thu 22 May 7.30pm
Expect jokes about climate collapse, income inequality and the emotional sensation of being a British Indian man who didn’t vote for a British Indian Prime Minister. Sweet, sweet vibe killing.
Tue 20 May 3pm & Wed 21 May 10am, 12pm & 3pm
Join Igglepiggle and friends live in their fun-filled show! You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and the amazing flying Pinky Ponk. Don’t miss it, book now before it’s too late!’
From £19
Sat 24 May 7.30pm
Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Relive timeless hits from icons like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Sister Sledge, Chic and more. Lose yourself in the music and leave your worries behind!
£25, Conc £24.50
AGES 14+
£34
AGES 14+
Thu 29 May 11.30am & 3pm
BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive, highlyrevolting new family show, packed with science stunts and spectacular experiments.
Fri 30 May 7.30pm
Brian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s unofficial Poet Laureate; with over 400,000 followers on social media, Brian has become truly beloved by the online community.
£19.50, U16 £17.50, Family £70
AGES 6+
Sat 31 May 7.30pm
After the huge, sell-out success of A FISTFUL OF CLARY last year, he’s back!
You’ve heard of The Man With No Name? Well, here’s The Man With No Shame.
£31.50 AGES 16+
£22, £25.50, £30
AGES 14+
Sun 1 Jun 8pm
Curtis Stigers has had several top ten hits as a long-haired, blue-eyed soul singer and he’s written and sung an Emmy nominated TV theme song. He’s recorded a track for one of the biggest-selling pop albums of all time and he’s released nine critically acclaimed award-winning jazz albums.
£42, £45, £48
Tue 3 Jun 7.30pm
Direct from a weeklong run in London’s West End, a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe!
£30
ALJAZ AND JANETTE:
Fri 6 Jun 7.30pm
A Night to Remember is finally here. It promises to deliver an even greater dancing experience than ever before. They return with their very own live big band, fronted by boogie woogie legend Tom Seals, and a terrific ensemble cast of dancers and singers.
£54.50, £60.50, VIP £97.50
Thu 5 Jun 7.30pm
After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.
Featuring a huge collection of anecdotes and video clips highlighting a fabulously glittering career.
£32, £35
JOOLS HOLLAND AND HIS RHYTHMN
AND BLUES ORCHESTRA
Sat 7 Jun 7.30pm
As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland OBE has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the world, including Eric Clapton, the late George Harrison and Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King and Paul Weller.
£67.50, £77.50
Wed 11 Jun 7.30pm
This unique, interactive event is a refreshing and engaging opportunity to take a closer look at ADHD. You’ll have the chance to ask questions (anonymously if you prefer) and hear inspiring stories and experiences in this dopamine filled evening.
£29.50
Sun 15 Jun 2.30pm
Enjoy this exhilarating dance show with performers from around the Herts and Beds area coupled with inspirational guest performers showcasing the dance talent with urban dance styles and breakdance, contemporary, latin and street jazz.
£20
Thu 12 Jun 7.30pm
Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.
£37.50, £42.50, £47.50
Thu 19 Jun 8pm
The Kiwi icon returns to the stage with a brand new stand-up show for 2025. In a world full of AI and Robot tech can a simple dad with slightly tight jeans stay relevant? Ancient Astronaut Theorists say yes! Rhys hopes to prove that right now a touch of very human silliness is more important than ever!?
£29.50, £34.50, £39.50
AGES 16+
Fri 20 Jun 7.30pm
Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen.
£26
Sun 22 Jun 7.30pm
Join us for an evening with a football icon Paul Gascoigne for an action-packed discussion about his amazing career. Gazza will discuss his time at the mighty Rangers, Newcastle, Tottenham, Everton, Lazio and so much more.
£32, VIP £72.50
AGES 14+
Tue 24 Jun 7.30pm
Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova and the platinum-selling vocal harmony group The Overtones have announced they will star together in a brand new show for 2025 called Jukebox Idols.
From the producers of the West End smash hit Rip It Up 60s, Jukebox Idols will feature non-stop hits from the jukebox idols of the past and present, brought to life with showstopping dance routines.
AGES 5+
£44.50, £47.50, VIP £107.50
Fri 10 Oct 7.30pm
Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits – Heaven Can Wait.
Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UKs most highly skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists.
£30.50
Fri 17 Oct 7.30pm
Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night and thought something so smart and astute that you couldn’t wait for the world to wake up so you could tell them?
THIS SHOW IS THAT THOUGHT.
In that it doesn’t make much sense and is a bit weird on reflection.
£28.50, Conc £24.50
AGES 14+
DOZY BEAKY, MICK & TICH, THE FORTUNES THE SWINGING BLUE JEANS, VANITY FARE SPENCER JAMES 40 years AS lead singer of the searchers
Thu 16 Oct 7.30pm
The Sensational 60’s Experience is not only the biggest 60’s show on tour, but also the only 60’s package show out on the road today. Featuring an incredible ensemble of original artistes and band members, this is the ultimate festival of nostalgia that will have you stepping back in time.
£33, £34.50
Wed 22 - Thu 23 Oct 8pm
He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents.
What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.
£32.50
AGES 15+
Wed 29 Oct 7.30pm
From TikTok to YouTube, or his legendary live shows, Kev’s unmatched DILLIGAF attitude is inspiring new generations to laugh, sing, and is a welcome reminder to not take life too seriously. He’s more than a storyteller – he’s a way of life.
£38
AGES 16+
Fri 21 Nov 7.30pm
Celebrating the life of an iconic showman, Ben and the Taking Care of Elvis Band will take you on a trip down memory lane with many of Elvis’ most loved songs from all eras including the 1950s, the iconic ’68 Comeback Special, and Ben’s personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts.
£39.50
Fri 7 Nov 8pm
Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in ‘A Christmas Carol’. Arthur delivers the Charles Dickens story and follows this with his own adaptation of the most classic of festive tales, A Christmas Carol.
£26, £28
Sat 29 Nov 8pm
Baba’s Back on Tour! Join the multi-awardwinning comedian as he guides us through family life, his new found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand up show. As seen on Taskmaster (C4), Live at the Apollo (BBC), Celebrity Gogglebox (C4), Would I Lie to You (BBC) and The Last Leg (C4).
£22
AGES 16+
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-2pm. On performance days the box office will open for in person bookings a minimum of 90 minutes before the start of the show until 15 minutes after curtain up.
Please be aware we only take cash payments at certain designated tills. Visa, MasterCard and Maestro are accepted. We do not accept Amex. 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 5 working days, without payment, subject to availability but must be confirmed with payment or cancelled no later than 7 days 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. Theatre policy is no under 5’s unless a family show. Tickets are required to be purchased for ages 18 months and over, unless specifies otherwise.
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 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, please see full terms and conditions and information regarding secure my booking on our website or call the box office for further details.
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 16s 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.
Accessible wheelchair spaces Seating and spaces for wheelchairs with extra room are available in the auditorium. Please email albanarenaticketing@ everyoneactive.com if you require wheelchair accessible seats as these cannot be booked online.
Changing places facility Located next to the toilets by the Civic Centre Car Park. Pass can be collected from the Civic Centre during its opening hours.
Toilets Disabled toilets are situated on the ground floor by our Box Office and Kiosk bar. Please note we have no lift. Additionally, Drovers Way Car Park or Civic Centre Car Park have a disabled toilet which is open until 7pm.
Parking The venue does not have its own car park. The nearest car park is Civic Centre Car Park which is within 200m and has blue badge parking bays available. Please note that customers displaying blue badges may park on the double yellow lines adjacent to The Alban Arena for up to three hours.
Hearing assistance system there is an infrared hearing assistance system in place at the venue which is suitable for use in all seats.
Access throughout building There is level access at the entrance of the Arena.
Relaxed & Signed performances We endeavour to provide a series of relaxed performances and BSL signed events throughout the year. If you’d like to know more about our upcoming shows, please get in touch with our box office.
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-2pm
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.