April - September 2024
How to Find Us
Address: Scarborough Spa
South Bay, Scarborough, YO11 2HD
Car - Sat Nav
Please use the postcode YO11 2HD
From the South
M1 to A1 to A64 to Scarborough. M1/M18 to M62 to Hull then A63/A165 (coastal route) to Scarborough.
From the North A1/A19 to A171 or A170 to Scarborough.
From the West
M62 to Hull then A63/A165 (coastal route) or M62 to M1 then A64 to Scarborough.
Parking
Car parking at and around Scarborough Spa is managed by North Yorkshire Council, not Scarborough Spa. There is a host of parking options around Scarborough Spa with many within walking distance to the venue. We recommend the ‘Pay and Display’ spaces along the approach road to the Spa and the South Bay underground car park. There is very limited parking in front of the venue.
Scarborough Park and Ride
For details about Scarborough’s Park and Ride services, please visit www.scarboroughparkandride.co.uk
Buses
For details of the most suitable service from your area, please visit www.traveline. info
Rail
Scarborough train station is a 15 minute walk away from Scarborough Spa. Regular trains run from London and Edinburgh, change at York for Scarborough.
Cliff Lift
Scarborough Spa’s Cliff Lift provides easy access to and from the town’s South Cliff area. For opening times and prices, please visit www.scarboroughspa.co.uk
Accessibility
The Spa has various ramps and lifts across the venue giving access to all areas.
Wheelchair Access
For access into the main foyer, guests can find ramps near The Sun Court and at the shops to the North of the building. All performances have limited wheelchair spaces.
Please make the Box Office staff aware of your requirements when booking tickets, otherwise space cannot be guaranteed.
Disabled Toilets
Accessible toilets can be located within the main foyer on the ground floor to the rear of the building.
Access / Guide Dogs
We welcome guide/hearing dogs to all public areas of The Spa”.
Pre-Show Dining
Farrer’s Bar and Restaurant is open before all performances for pre-show dining, serving a range of delicious freshly cooked dishes. On selected shows, the Sun Court will also be offering a light bite menu.
We recommend booking in advance, please call 01723 357860
To view the menus, please visit www.farrersbar.co.uk
Booking Information
Tickets for shows can be purchased online on our website www.scarboroughspa.co.uk
Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Box Office, open 7 days a week, 10am – 4pm.
On show nights, the box office will close 30 minutes after the performance has started.
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All information including dates, times and act billing is correct at the time of this event guide going to print but may be subject to change.
Saturday 6 April | 7.30pm
THE OVERTONES
The four-piece, made up of Mark Franks, Darren Everest, Jay James and Mike Crawshaw, are best known for their exquisite vocals, incredible harmonies, perfectly-timed dance moves, and their charming and distinctive style.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Tuesday 9 – Sunday 14 April | 2pm & 7.30pm
HANNAH: THE SOLDIER DIARIES
Based on the Audiobook of the same name, Hannah - The Soldier Diaries - The Musical tells the story of two twenty somethings Hannah and Jack who during the Summer of 2012 met and fell in love and spent four amazing weeks together before Jack had to return to the Army to fight in the Afghan War.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 12 April | 7.30pm
TOTALLY TINA
This breath-taking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates the golden anniversary of the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s signature tune Proud Mary. Tina’s no-holds-barred take on the song established a reputation for fearsome live performances – and those never-ending legs!
Venue: Grand Hall
Thursday 18 April | 8pm
TROY HAWKE: THE GREETERS GUILD
Everyone’s favourite 1930’s throwback greetings and compliments aficionado Troy Hawke returns to theatres nationwide with his brand new show. Age Restriction: 14+
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 19 April | 8pm
TOM ALLEN: COMPLETELY
Tom’s last tour sold over fifty-thousand tickets including his sell out show at The London Palladium where he recorded his special. Strictly 14+.
Venue: Grand Hall
Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 April
SCI-FI SCARBOROUGH 2024
Sci-Fi Scarborough once again invites you all to geek beside the seaside as the unconventional convention returns for their 10th glorious year.
Venue: Full Venue
Friday 26 April |7.30pm
AL MURRAY: GUV ISLAND
Standing up so you don’t have to take it lying down anymore, the Pub Landlord is back to make sense of the questions you probably already had the answers to. Age Restriction: 14+
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 4 May |7.30pm
DIONNE WARWICK: DON’T MAKE ME OVER
Join Dionne while she guides you through a remarkable life story from her humble beginnings as a gospel singer in New Jersey to superstardom and one of the most recognisable and successful female voices of our time.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Friday 10 May | 7pm
BBC RADIO 2 SOUNDS OF THE 80S: THE LIVE TOUR WITH GARY DAVIES
Legendary DJ Gary Davies brings the UK’s most popular 80s radio show on tour – it’s the show you hear on a Saturday night… live on stage!
Age Restriction: 18+
Venue: Grand Hall
Saturday 11 May | 7.30pm
MICHAEL STARRING BEN
Michael® Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he’s honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 18 May | 8pm
TOM DAVIS: UNDERDOG
Embarking on his biggest tour to date with his brand new show, ‘Underdog’, Tom will be exploring life as the longshot. Big Tom Davis’ return to stand up should not be missed. Age Restriction: Strictly 14+
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Friday 24 May | 8pm
SEANN WALSH: BACK FROM THE BED
Hello, Seann here. Did you know that comedians have to write their own blurb? I find that absolutely insane. What am I meant to say? “I’m fantastic, come and look at me talk”? I don’t know. It’s me. I do standup. Age Restriction: 14+
Venue: Spa Theatre
Saturday 25 May | 7.30pm
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Following sold-out performances in London’s West End, a worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Thursday 30 May | 7pm
DEXYS
Join us as Dexys will be taking to the Grand Hall stage for an unforgettable night! Get ready to be blown away as they’ll perform from their 2023 album ‘The Feminine Divine’ as well as treating us to a selection of timeless classics and beloved hits.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Thursday 6 June | 7.30pm
THE SHERLOCKS
Rock indie band, The Sherlocks, are heading to the Yorkshire Coast this June to play a gig in the Spa Grand Hall. They’re known for electrifying gigs packed full of hit singles such as Live for The Moment, Magic Man, Will You Be There? and Chasing Shadows.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 8 June | 7.30pm
AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE
Roll up, roll up. . .the UK’s longest running burlesque show – is back touring the nation. Join us for the good old-fashioned night out as we bring you the ultimate variety show, blending stylish cabaret, comedy, music, circus and burlesque to light up all your senses.
Venue: Spa Theatre
14 June, 9 August & 11 October | 7.30pm
THE COMEDY STORE ON TOUR
With nearly 40 years’ experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Saturday 15 June | 7.30pm
UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE
Celebrating 30 years since the iconic ‘PULSE’ tour, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live - featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Friday 21 June | 7.30pm
CALLING PLANET EARTH
Taking you back to a time when the music picked you out, shook you up and turned you into someone new, it’s the show that defines a decade! Relive the best years of your life to the greatest hits of Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, Depeche Mode, The Human League and many more. This is the unforgettable 80s!
Venue: Spa Theatre
Saturday 22 June | 7.30pm
JIVE TALKIN’
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and the only Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees!
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 12 July | 7.30pm
STEVE STEINMAN PRESENTS: LOVE HURTS
Critically acclaimed show producer and No1 recording artist Steve Steinman presents a brandnew production - Love Hurts. This new show will feature over 25 epic love songs that broke a million hearts and rocked the world.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 13 July | 7.30pm
GET IT ON
Girls rock your boys as we bring you the biggest glam rock show of a generation! An outrageous celebration of a golden age, live on stage. The costumes, the make-up, the music. So, bring your tiger feet and join us for a night like no other.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 26 July | 7.00pm
BAD BOY CHILLER CREW
Yorkshire rap collective Bad Boy Chiller Crew, comprising of Gareth “GK” Kelly, Kane Welsh, and Sam “Clive” Robinson, will be performing on the Grand Hall stage this summer.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 27 July | 7.30pm
WHITNEY - QUEEN OF THE NIGHT
Direct from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
31 July, 7 August, 14 August, 21 August, 28 August | 7pm
MAGIC MIKE’S SUMMER SHOW
This summer, Magic Mike returns with a magical family stage show filled with illusions, comedy, singing, dancing, and plenty of audience participation. With lots of humour, ventriloquism, and Magic Mike’s signature characters, it’s a delightful experience tailored for both children and adults alike.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 2 August | 7.30pm
THE DRIFTERS
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more!
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 3 August | 2.30pm & 7pm
CIRQUE: THE GREATEST SHOW
It’s time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular.
Venue: Grand Hall
Sunday 4 August | 8pm
SARAH MILLICAN: LATE BLOOMER
In Late Bloomer, Sarah’s brand-new standup show, she explores how one became the other. Plus, lots of stuff about dinners and lady gardens. Come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her. Not suitable for under 16s.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 10 August | 7.30pm
ELO AGAIN
ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday, the whole experience is professionally re-enacted with a great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Sunday 11 August | 1pm
MINISTRY OF SCIENCE
Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! 100% Educational. 200% Entertaining. 300% Explosive. 400% Fun.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Thursday 15 August | 12pm & 3.30pm
MILKSHAKE! LIVE ON HOLIDAY
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Dora, Pip and Posy, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure!
Venue: Grand Hall
Friday 16 August | 7.30pm 80S LIVE!
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.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Sunday 18 August | 7.30pm
THANK ABBA FOR THE MUSIC: EUROVISION ANNIVERSARY TOUR
On their brand new tour Thank ABBA For The Music celebrates the global pop phenomenon’s legendary night with a special 50th Anniversary live concert. Featuring all of ABBA’s greatest hits including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, Voulez-Vous and of course, Waterloo and many more!
Venue: Spa Theatre
Sunday 25 August | 7.30pm
TONY SKINGLE RETURNS AS ELVIS IN CONCERT
Tony Skingle returns as ELVIS in Concert this Summer to the Spa! Tony has performed all around the world including dates in Asia, New Zealand, Australia and mainland Europe and is back in his hometown. A must see for all Elvis fans everywhere!
Venue: Spa Theatre
Friday 6 September | 7.30pm
MONEY FOR NOTHING
Money for Nothing is a tribute to the Dire Straits like no other before. Prepare to be captivated by the authentic sounds of one of the most successful rock bands of all time. Performing Money for Nothing, Romeo and Juliet, Sultans of Swing, Walk of Life, Brothers in Arms and many more muchloved classics.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Saturday 7 September | 7.30pm
LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. The show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes – you’re in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!
Venue: Spa Theatre
Sunday 8 September | 7.30pm
JOHNNY HATES JAZZ: ‘TURN BACK THE CLOCK’
Johnny Hates Jazz, comprising of Clark Datchler (song writing, vocals, keyboards) and Mike Nocito (production, engineering, guitars), achieved prominence in the late 1980s with a string of hits, notably “Shattered Dreams.”
Venue: Spa Theatre
Thursday 12 September | 7pm
BLUE
British boy band Blue will be heading to the Yorkshire Coast and will be performing fan favourites All Rise, Flyby, Too Close, One Love & Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word, plus some surprises from their 20 years as mainstays of the pop music scene!
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Friday 13 September | 7.30pm
THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS
As seen at the Adelphi theatre and the Savoy theatre in London’s West End, The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their RESPECT greatest hit’s tour. Join us for a night filled with great music, dancing, and the infectious spirit of the Blues Brothers.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Saturday 14 September | 7.30pm
THE MERSEY BEATLES
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo.
Venue: Grand Hall
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Saturday 14 September | 7.30pm
THE SMOOTH ROCK SHOW
Do you remember those halcyon days of ‘AOR’ or 70’s light rock?, collecting your favourite sounds, songs and grooves from an era when music was just so good? Featuring an eight piece band and World Class singers, expect to be blown away by the sheer musicianship, vocals and harmonies.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Sunday 15 September | 7.45pm
THE STORY OF GUITAR HEROES
Prepare to be blown away by the most amazing guitar riffs of the last 50 years. Renowned for its world-class musicianship and use of over 30 authentic guitars, this ultimate guitar-fest features iconic hits from Jimmy Page, Hank Marvin, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler, Tony Iommi, Slash and many more.
Venue: Spa Theatre
Upcoming Events 2024-25
Saturday 21 September 2024
Scarborough Pride
Thursday 3 October 2024
Scouting for Girls - The Place We Used To Meet Tour: Part 2
Friday 4 October 2024 China Crisis
Sunday 6 October 2024
Heather Small: The Voice of M People
Friday 11 October 2024 Magic of Motown
11th – 13 October 2024
Northern Soul Weekender 2024
Friday 18 October 2024
Fastlove
Friday 18 October 2024
Sh!t-faced Shakespeare®: A Midsummers Night’s Dream
Saturday 19 October 2024
Nish Kumar: Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe
Tuesday 22 October 2024
Swan Lake
Thursday 24 October 2024
The Makings of a Murderer 2: The Real Manhunter
Friday 25 October 2024
Rita, Sue & Bob Too
Saturday 26 October 2024
Lost in Music
Saturday 26 October 2024
Kevin Bloody Wilson
Friday 1 November 2024
Jo Whiley’s 90s Anthems
Saturday 2 November 2024
John Bishop: Back At It
Sunday 3 November 2024
Boyzlife
Saturday 16 November 2024
Huey Morgan: An Evening of Music and Conversation
Thursday 21 November 2024
Kerry Ellis – Queen of the West End
Saturday 23 November 2024
The Illegal Eagles
Friday 29 November 2024
Oh What a Night
Saturday 30 November 2024
Anything for Love
Saturday 30 November 2024
The Blow Monkeys
7 December 2024 – 1 January 2025
Cinderella
Platinum Lounge upgrade available
Opening Hours
Monday – Sunday
9am – 6pm, food served until 3pm
From early July, Farrer’s will be open 9am – 6pm, food served until 5pm.
Show Nights: Food is served until 7pm and the bar will remain open until 10.30pm
www.farrersbar.co.uk
Telephone: 01723 357860
Email farrers@scarboroughspa.co.uk
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