What’s On
Thursday January 29th 2026. Keith Jasmes: The Sonngs of Nick Drake Together with Flutes played by Richie Cotterill
Friday 30th - Saturday 31th January 2026. STOCKARD CHANNING'S PRODUCTION OF "KRAPP'S LAST TAPE" STARRING DAVID WESTHEAD AS “KRAPP’.
Bringing her unique directorial vision to this production, Academy Award nominee Stockard Channing (Grease, The West Wing, Six Degrees of Separation) explores the intricate layers of Beckett's masterpiece and Krapp's solitary world. Starring David Westhead (W1A, Strike, Star Wars, Enola Holmes, The Bodyguard), a veteran of The Royal National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company, this 50-minute theatrical experience delves into the life of Krapp who, at the age of 69, looks back over his life and tries to make sense of it through listening to tape recordings he made as a younger man, recordings which diarise the daily events of his life.
31st January - 27th February. Marti Hall has a BA in Fine Art and an MA in History of Art, and taught art for many years in Totnes, Bristol, Leicester and East Riding of Yorkshire. When she retired, she completed a botanical art course at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Edinburgh and the Society of Botanical Artists Diploma course.
Thursday 5th February 2026. The Blackheart Orchestra are two multi-award winning, multi-instrumentalists playing up to 13 instruments in a show that combines rock and folk with electronica and classical music.
Sunday 8th February 2026 - Monks Walk - Stage4Beverley Event.
Wednesday 11th February 2026. Alan Johnson is one of the most popular and respected politicians of our time.
A delight for “baby boomers” everywhere, in this show the award-winning and best-selling author tells the story of two of his greatest influences – the Beatles and Labour Prime Minister Harold Wilson. Discover how they intersect in surprising ways and the part they played in Alan’s remarkable life, from orphan to postman to Westminster. Expect great music and great anecdotes from one of our great parliamentarians.
Friday 13th February 2026 - 7.30pm - Sam Kelly is a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winning musician, singer, songwriter, and producer from Norfolk, UK. Described by legendary folk broadcaster Mike Harding as ‘one of my favourite singers ever’ and by Cara Dillon as ‘an amazing singer with so much soul’, Sam has become one of the most accomplished and well-respected performers on the UK folk scene.
For the concert he will be joined by long time collaborator Jamie Francis, and Graham Coe and with soaring harmonies and melodies, and instrumental performances of the highest calibre, this performance is not to be missed!
Plus support Maddie Morris
Friday 13th February 2026 - 10.00 pm - A perfect end to a busy day in the relaxed atmosphere of the Theatre's Cafe Bar.
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 11:00am - The Horizon Stage has become one our most popular events featuring young, emerging musicians and singers from around the country. It takes place in the informal setting of the theatre’s Café Bar, giving a relaxed feel to the event.
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 12pm and 2.30pm - Toll Gavel Church - Join us as UK Poet Laureate Simon Armitage reads live on stage from a range of his poetry, including new work, and answers questions from the audience.
Saturday 14th February 2026, 10:30am - Beverley Library – Stage4Beverley Event
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 2:30pm - Saltburn Smugglers are rekindling a legacy. This modern shanty group, rooted in the local community, transforms tales from the town’s smuggling heyday into vibrant, contemporary sea shanties.
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 7:30pm - Memorial Hall - Contemporary New Orleans inspired Brass Band.
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 7:30pm - Brian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s (now X) unofficial Poet Laureate; with over 500,000 followers on social media and a host of sell-out shows across the country.
Saturday 14th February 2026 - Monks Walk - Stage4Beverley Event -
Come and relax in the unique and historic setting of the Monks Walk Inn in an informal atmosphere with acoustic music from some of the festival guests
Saturday 14th February 2026 - 10:00pm - A perfect end to a busy day in the relaxed atmosphere of the Theatre's Cafe Bar.
Sunday 15th February 2026 - 11:00am - The Beverley Town Handbell Ringers offer the chance for audience members to have a go as well as listen to a variety of well known tunes demonstrating different ringing styles.
Sunday 15th February 2026 - 12.45pm -
An introductory workshop of Harmony singing with the Beverley Community Choir led by Sue Murray. With a varied repertoire, warm harmonies and infectious enthusiasm for singing, Beverley Community Choir never fail to entertain.
Everyone welcome to come and have a go whether a beginner or an experienced singer. Songs from different cultures explored .
Sunday 15th February 2026 - 2:30pm - Bringing you new acoustic music, bluegrass, old time and swing. With a shared passion for modern bluegrass, The Charlotte Carrivick Band brings together four of the most exciting musicians in the UK today.
Sunday 15th February 2026 - Monks Walk - Stage4Beverley Event. How to Fold a Paper Aeroplane and Other Poems.
Sunday 15th February 2026 - 7:30pm - Scottish singer/songwriter Gary Stewart and his versatile six-piece band have been delighting audiences far and wide with their faithful rendition of Paul Simon's classic album, 'Graceland'. Originally formed in 2015 for a performance at Underneath the Stars Festival, Gary and his band have steadily been performing shows at venues and Festivals across the U.K and beyond (including a sell-out performance at York Barbican in December 2024) for almost a decade.
Saturday 21st February 2026. Dr Feelgood - Doctor's Orders Anniversary Tour. Get ready for a dose of high-energy rhythm and blues!
Thursday, 26th February 2026. The Derby of Words & Song brings back tales and legends of the Hull FC versus Hull Kingston Rovers Derbies from the 19th century down to now. If you think you’ve seen this before – think again! A lot has happened since last time and the script has way more to tell.
Thursday 5 March 2026. Join the Alastair James Band for a captivating celebration of the music of Paul Simon — one of the most highly revered songwriters of the 20th and 21st centuries.
10th March 2026. Described as “one of the UK’s top five live bands” (The Independent), Hope & Social deliver anthemic songs, infectious melodies, and unforgettable performances, bridging stage and audience at every event.
12th March 2026, 2026 marks 10 years since the death of the late, great Victoria Wood. So be amongst friends at “The most feel-good show in town” (Daily Mail) and join Paulus The Cabaret Geek (BBC1's 'All Together Now’) with Michael Roulston (Fascinating Aïda) on piano to celebrate her life.
Saturday 14 Mar 2026. Lady Clementine has until her 27th birthday to find The One.
Thursday 19 March 2026. Alex McAleer isn’t psychic or supernatural, but he can read your mind.
Saturday 21st March 2026. DC Blues. Hailing from the mighty "Ouse Delta" in York, DC Blues have been performing their own take on "the blues" since 2012 blending original material with selected covers,
Wednesday 25 March 2026. A true story of literary fraud and family deceit in the 18th century – comic, tragic and scarcely believable.
Friday 27th March.
The Big Beverley Comedy Night Returns with Big Stars and Big Laughs
Saturday 28th March 2026. The Steelers play Steely Dan. A rare chance to hear the music of the U.S. band Steely Dan played live.
Tuesday 31st March 2026. Janet Street-Porter Is Off The Leash. Often imitated but rarely equalled, broadcasting legend and Loose Woman Janet Street-Porter is the nation's favourite pissed-off pensioner!
2nd April 2026, perfect for a younger age-group. Hay! can stuff a scarecrow, scatter the crows or be a beautiful surprise. Take a trip into the heart of the countryside in a highly accessible show about spreading your wings.
4th April 2026. Suitable for ages 14+
Raw, ferocious, and unflinchingly honest, Bunny is a blistering theatrical experience that plunges into the chaos of modern girlhood and refuses to look away.
Friday 10th April 2026. A HOLMES & WATSON MAGIC SHOW
An entirely new Sherlock Holmes story.
Saturday 11th April 2026. Right Down The Line: The Gerry Rafferty Songbook.
Tuesday 14th April 2026. After a memorable concert in 2023 Lady Maisery return to East Riding Theatre!
Saturday 9th May. Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers, LINDISFARNE, return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin and slide guitar.
Friday 15th May 2026. The Big Beverley Comedy Night Returns in May with this mega star-studded Bill.
22nd May 2026. Simon Yates of Touching the Void returns to East Riding Theatre Station, with his NEW TALK ‘Pleasure and Pain’ following his previous sell-out performance!
23rd May 2026. Witness the impossible true survival story of Titanic stoker Frederick Barrett. Working in the boiler rooms of the maiden voyage, Barrett’s fight for survival is one of the most devastating accounts of the last few hours of Titanic.
27th and 28th May. Macbeth. In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast’s 'Macbeth' fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring a magical, lucid interpretation of Shakespeare’s blood - soaked tragedy to life
5th June 2026. Celebrating Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday with Louise Beech and Carrie Martin.
Saturday 6th June 2026. Saturday 6th June 2026. One of the finest female singer/songwriters this country has produced in years. Edwina brings together English folk, Americana and the rich Northern tradition to create a sound that’s truly her own.
Wednesday 10th June. Enter a world where love is unpredictable, fairies rule the night, and chaos reigns supreme. Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a spellbinding comedy that whisks audiences into an enchanted forest where mistaken identities, mischievous magic, and outrageous humour collide.
Saturday 13th June 2026. Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream. This stunning high energy ‘Power Trio’ featuring some of the U.K.’s finest musicians, paying tribute to these legends of rock: Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream
Tuesday 16th June 2026 - ANYONE FOR TENNIS? A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis gossip from the fragrant royal box to the musty locker room, and why line judges are OUT!
Thursday 18th June 2026. After their hugely successful tour of 2024, the public demand for more has persuaded the Pitmen Poets to ride again....
Saturday 20 June 2026 - 19:30 - Ward Thomas and Jessica Lawson (In association with Beverley Folk Festival)
21st June 2026 - Joshua Burnside and Elanor Moss (in association with Beverley Folk Festival)
Wednesday 24 June 2026. Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian London, where the well-meaning Dr. Henry Jekyll embarks on a noble scientific quest to unlock the mysteries of human nature.
27th June - 11th July 2026. Dave and Sapphire have worked backstage at the Old Forge for years. They’ve never felt the lure of the spotlight, they prefer the dark of the wings. But when they learn that the venue is closing, they are both shocked and angry. Despite dwindling audience numbers, unfunny stand-ups and a chaotic staff, they love this damp, old, crumbling local theatre.
8th August 2026, FOLK MEETS BLUES: THE SONGS & STORIES OF MARK HARRISON
26th and 27th August. Join the sensational ‘Two Pianos’ on thrilling journey through the history of rock 'n' roll music.
Friday 28th August 2026. Big Beverley Comedy Night Returns With A Summer Special.
9th October 2026. Award winning blues-rock artist Laurence Jones comes to Beverley, East Riding Theatre with his debut solo acoustic ‘On My Own’ tour, returning to his roots: pure blues!
Saturday 10th October 2026. The Yorkshire Gypsy Swing Collective. Featuring some of the region’s hottest gypsy jazz and swing players.
17th October 2026, 7.30pm, The Roy Orbison Songbook, performing the music of the Big O, Roy Orbison.
22nd October 2026. AlchemyLive Celebrating the music of Dire Straits
23rd October 2026. ' A master of the guitar', BBC Radio 3, Iago Banet returns to ERT for an evening of 'incendiary fingerpicking guitar'
5th November 2026. THE PHANTOM RASPBERRY BLOWER OF OLD LONDON TOWN
6th November 2026. Charming chamber pop from Brighton, Barbara.
12th November - 14th November 2026. "Company" - Stephen Sondheim’s Masterpiece Comes to East Riding Theatre
Friday 20th November 2026. Nine Below Zero: 45th Anniversary Don't Point Your Finger Tour. 'Live at the Marquee' featured mainly covers of Blues classics from artists such as Otis Rush, Muddy Waters, & Freddie King along with some Nine Below Zero originals.
