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Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O'Brien's legendary rock 'n' roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show, comes to Darlington as part of a new world tour.
Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky-clean college kidsBrad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank'n'Furter. It is an adventure they'll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity.
Monday 31 March - Saturday 5 April
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including 'Sweet Transvestite', 'Dammit Janet', and of course, the pelvic thrusting show-stopping 'Time Warp'.
'Still the sexiest & funniest show in town' Evening Standard Age guidance 12+
Tickets* from £20 to £49
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Monday - Thursday evenings 8pm Friday & Saturday 5.30pm & 8.30pm
««««« The Telegraph 'Fierce and fabulous fun' Daily Express
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and as Colonel Mustard as Miss Scarlett
A brand new story by MAURICE
GRAN
and LAURENCE MARKS
Directed by MARK BELL
Fairy Powered Productions
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Manchester Theatres “A real treat” Sussex Express
Following the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back with a brand new hilarious whodunit - Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter! Set in the swinging 1960s, we meet a host of new suspects, a new house, and lot of new bodies, in this all-new tale of murder, mystery and secret passageways.
The brilliant cast includes West End and TV star Jason Durr, whose numerous credits include leading roles in Heartbeat and Casualty, playing Colonel Mustard and award-winning actress, star of Coronation Street and Strictly Come Dancing champion, Ellie Leach, playing Miss Scarlett.
If you're a fan of the much-loved board game - you're gonna enjoy this! If you enjoyed the hysterical first play - you're gonna love this one! And if you missed the first play it doesn't matter - this is a brand new story - so come and have some fun - you'll love it too! Excited to reveal his long-awaited comeback album in his brand new home, rock 'n' roll legend Rick has assembled his supermodel wife, The Honourable Emerald Peacock; his manager, Colonel Eugene Mustard, long-time roadie 'Professor' Alex Plum, Annabel Scarlett his trusted interior designer, and housekeeper Mrs White, who came with the house and who knows all its secrets.
But there is still someone missing… Rick's former song-writing partner 'The Reverend' Hal Green, disappeared mysteriously at the same time that Rick's career went downhill and without him, has Rick still got it? And where did that butler come from?
Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 October Evenings 7.30pm Thursday matinee 2pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm
Tickets* from £18 to £45
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
JUSTIN HAYWARD'S BLUE WORLD TOUR
Sunday 13 October 7.30pm
Best known as the vocalist, lead guitarist and composer for the iconic Moody Blues, Justin Hayward's career is now in its fifth decade. His hits include the masterful 'Nights in White Satin', 'Tuesday Afternoon', 'Question', 'The Voice' and the US top 40 hits 'I Know You're Out There Somewhere' and 'In Your Wildest Dreams', plus other classic, era and genre-defining hits. These laid the foundation for the incredible success story of The Moody Blues - as well as Hayward's solo work - which continues to this day. These 2024 dates represent a rare chance for Justin's fans to connect with one of music's keenest talents and to hear the music that he loves presented with a truly personal touch.
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Tickets* from £20 to £44.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Monday 14 October 7.30pm
By Apphia Campbell Performed by Nicholle Cherrie
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live, Apphia Campbell's acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement. The show has toured the UK nationally to standing ovations and played sell-out seasons in Shanghai, New York, Edinburgh and the West End of London.
'Moving portrayal of determination and survival.' «««« Times Age guidance 12+
Tickets* from £15 to £27
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 15 October 7.30pm
The original and most successful worldwide paranormal investigation series ever made is now touring its spine-chilling theatre show. Presented by Yvette Fielding, the first lady of the paranormal, together with Karl Beattie and the Most Haunted team, you will be taken on the darkest, most terrifying journey of your life. Most Haunted Live will take the theatrical experience to a whole new level, taking you back to the Victorian age of séance and Ouija boards and inviting you to conduct your very own ghostly investigation. In this show no one is safe and 'seeing is believing'.
Age guidance 14+
Tickets* from £16.50 to £31.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Wednesday 16 October 7.30pm
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 An Evening of Burlesque for a good old-fashioned night out as they bring you the ultimate variety show, blending stylish cabaret, comedy, music, circus and burlesque to light up all your senses.
Prepare for an extravaganza of glitz and glamour with world-class entertainers and stars of the stage and screen. Expect fun, feathers and fabulous costumes from the finest selection of specialty artistes, cabaret and circus stars, comedians and champagne showgirls!
Age guidance 18+
Tickets* from £18 to £33
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
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Thursday 17
October 7.30pm
Join us for this critically acclaimed hit production as we tell the story of the incredible Windrush Generation and their remarkable contribution to Britain and hear how Reggae music took the world by storm.
This powerful narrated musical feature ska, rock steady, calypso, gospel, lovers rock and dancehall, played live by the JA Reggae Band. Get ready to enjoy the music of Desmond Dekker, Jimmy Cliff, Bob Marley, Millie Small and many more.
'This is a fantastic show, informative, hugely entertaining & the music - wow!!! ... the two vocalists were outstanding and gave me chills with their amazing voices.'
‘This is unmissable' Stage Talk Magazine
Tickets* from £16 to £29
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Friday 18
October 7.30pm
The leading medical expert on menopause and hormones is embarking on her inaugural UK theatre tour accompanied by Dublinbased comedian Anne Gildea Hormones and Menopause - The Great Debate aims to educate and challenge misconceptions about menopause and advocate for better healthcare for women. Described as 'the medic who kick-started the menopause revolution', Dr Louise has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of women and their families through her pioneering work as a GP and menopause specialist.
An evening of learning and laughter from a duo set to captivate, educate and entertain.
Tickets* from £17 to £29.50
VIP Tickets* £52
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
1.30pm & 6pm
Brand new for 2024! Join London's world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways. Produced by Mark Thompson Productions in partnership with London's Science Museum this unmissable family show will capture the fascination of the whole family whilst learning something new and exciting too.
Tickets from £14 to £17
Under 16s £14 to £16
20% off room hire!
Did you know businesses and community groups can hire rooms at Darlington Hippodrome?
From meetings to parties to the creative arts, we've got the space for you! Plus, hire a space for October or November and you'll receive a 20% discount.
To talk to us about room hire, email Andrew.hutchinson-clish@darlington.gov.uk Offer
An amateur production presented by DarlingtonOS
Based on the 2010 film of the same name, Made in Dagenham is drawn from the real-life 1968 sewing machinists' strike at the Ford factory in Dagenham, Essex which was influential in the passing of the Equal Pay Act of 1970.
The musical focuses on the leader of the strike, Rita O'Grady, as she encourages the women of the Ford factory to walk out after they are re-classified as unskilled workers, while their male counterparts see their wages increase. After Rita is snubbed by the factory at a union meeting, the women's grievances over their worker status turn into a fight for equal pay.
Determined not to be treated like the poor relation, the women vote unanimously to strike and encourage the women at the Liverpool factory to strike also. However when the American bosses fly in and lay off 5,000 men as a result, including Rita's husband Eddie, cracks begin to show in the women's solidarity.
Risking her marriage and friendships, Rita continues her efforts for equality and gives a rousing speech at a televised Trade Union Conference, leading to the passing of equal pay within the union. As Eddie finally recognises his wife's achievements, the factory women celebrate their life-changing success.
Age guidance 14+ as the show contains strong language. Tickets only available through DarlingtonOS. To book call 01325 244659 or visit darlingtonoperaticsociety.org.uk
Tickets from £16 to £30
Wednesday 23
October - Saturday 2
November
Evenings 7.30pm Saturday 26 matinee 2pm
Curious Takeover
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Experience Darlington Hippodrome in all the colours of the rainbow at our Curious Takeover, supported by our A Place for Everyone fund!
Join Curious Arts for a day of funpacked creative activities for all the family, including colourful arts and crafts, lip-sync battles, storytimes, dress-up workshops and more!
Friday 1 November 10am - 3pm (drop in)
Tickets: Free, no ticket required
Age guidance: Families/all ages
ABOUT CURIOUS ARTS
Curious Arts is a Newcastle-based charity, committed to championing and developing LGBTQIA+ arts, artists and audiences across the North East of England and beyond.
Producers of award-winning Curious Festival, Curious Arts champion LGBTQIA+ communities through an annual programme of creative projects, events, artist development, youth groups, commissions and original touring works, working in partnership with cultural and community organisations based across the region. www.curiousarts.org.uk
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A Place for Everyone
For more information about A Place for Everyone please visit www.darlingtonhippodrome. co.uk/about-us/support-us/aplace-for-everyone-fund/ or scan the QR code.
To support A Place for Everyone, please donate when buying tickets through our box office or online, or contact hippodrome.boxoffice@darlington.gov.uk
If you're involved with a group which would benefit from the scheme, contact hippolearning@darlington.gov.uk
DAD ’ S ARMY
RADIO SHOW
Monday 4 November
7.30pm
The nation's favourite sitcom returns!
The boys are delighted to head to Darlington with three new episodes. Two actors, two microphones, over twenty-five characters - and lots of sound effects! The Dad's Army Radio Show brings Perry and Croft's classic BBC comedy to life in this highly acclaimed stage production which sees three episodes adapted for radio for the very first time.
'Benson and Lane's two-man Army are a comedy force to be reckoned with.'
«««««Radio Times
'Benson & Lane carry it all off beautifully.'
«««« Daily Telegraph
'Pretty much perfect feat of mimicry.' The Times
'Brilliant! The speed, accuracy and comic timing are breathtaking. I loved it!' Joan Le Mesurier
Tuesday 5 November 7.30pm
The world's greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne and E.L.O is back on the road with a stunning new stage production featuring a band of amazing musicians complemented by a female string section, playing hit after hit from ELO's vast back catalogue. With beautiful harmonies from six singers, string section and world class band, this really is as close as you will get to the real thing. Expect songs like, 'Evil Woman', 'Don't Bring Me Down', 'Telephone Line', 'Sweet Talkin Woman', 'Turn to Stone', Wild West Hero', 'The Diary of Horace Wimp' and of course the legendary 'Mr. Blue Sky' plus many more including a surprise or two. Don't miss out on this fantastic night of nostalgia and classic tunes.
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Tickets* from £15 to £22
Tickets* from £17 to £31
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
DAVID BENSON
JACK LANE
The Stylistics are known instantly for their many recognisable hits such as the Grammy-nominated 'You Make Me Feel Brand New' plus numerous classics including 'Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)', 'Let's Put it All together', 'Stop Look Listen', 'You are Everything', 'Betcha by Golly Wow', 'Sing Baby Sing' and more.
The Stylistics remain the real deal, fabulously entertaining and musically breathtaking, plying audiences with the hits that made them a household name.
Tickets* from £18 to £39.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Schools @ the Hipp
'We had a wonderful morning at the Hippodrome and would like to thank you and the team on the day for such an informative and well organised event. The children learnt a lot and really enjoyed the set design workshop.'
West Park Academy
For more information on tours and workshops at Darlington Hippodrome, contact christopher.wellings@darlington.gov.uk
TEACHERS' EVENING
Tuesday 14 January 5pm - 7pm FREE
Meet Chris, our Audience Development and Participation Officer, go on a tour of the venue, and find out more about how we can work with you to enhance your students' learning and provide them with access to cultural opportunities. There will be tea, coffee, and cake! To book, visit the website or contact the box office on 01325 405405.
A dino-mite adventure direct from the West End Olivier award winner for Best Family Show 2024
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family!
Friday 8 - Sunday 10 November
Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!
A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don't miss this fun, entertaining and mind-expanding Jurassic adventure, live on stage. Book now before tickets become extinct!
Friday 4.30pm
Saturday & Sunday 11am & 2pm
Written
by
Willy Russell
, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright's production surpassed 10,000 performances in London's West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the 'Standing Ovation Musical', as inevitably it 'brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval' (The Daily Mail).
Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 November
Evenings 7.30pm
Wednesday matinee 2pm
Thursday matinee 2pm
Saturday matinee 2.30pm
The superb score includes 'Bright New Day', 'Marilyn Monroe' and the emotionally charged hit 'Tell Me It's Not True'.
Tickets* from £20 to £49
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 19
November 7.30pm
Could it be the most wonderful show of the year?
This Christmas feel-good show brings the magic of the season to life, with all the favourite songs you know and love.
Including - 'All I Want for Christmas Is You', 'Last Christmas', 'Jingle Bell Rock', 'Stay Another Day', 'Let it Snow', 'White Christmas', 'Do They Know it's Christmas', 'A Winter's Tale', 'Merry Xmas Everybody', and many more!
It's the time when every Santa has a ball. An amazing cast give you their hearts (and don't take them away) in this warm-hearted family spectacular.
So, Step Into Christmas as we give you something special, full of festive cheer!
Wednesday 20
November 7.30pm
The look, the voice, the moves and all the hits!
An exceptionally authentic, world class tribute to the music of Michael Jackson, starring CJ, one of the world's greatest Michael Jackson tribute artists with his incredible live band and dancers.
This outstanding production is the closest thing to seeing a live Michael Jackson show, presenting you with an immersive theatrical experience packed full of stunning effects and choreography from start to finish. CJ truly captures the electrifying energy of Michael's live performances which amazed the world for decades, bringing together superb musicians and dancers, stunning costumes, incredible live vocals and the iconic dance routines associated so fondly with the undisputed 'King of Pop'.
Tickets* from £18 to £34
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tickets* from £16 to £28.50 * Includes a £2 restoration levy
Darlington Hippodrome is proud to work with Orchestras Live, a national producer creating inspiring orchestral experiences for communities across England. Multibuy discount
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Donald Grant Fiddle/Director
Monday 25 November 7.30pm
As the nights grow longer, wrap up for this nourishing and enriching journey to the Scottish Highlands.
Travel with us to Gaelic lands, where the winter nights are long and isolating. Donald's newly commissioned work 'Thuit an Oidhche Oirnn' (The Night Overtook Us) is inspired by the hardship, wild beauty and community spirit of an island winter. Joined by esteemed musical friends from Scotland, tonight's concert will be woven together by traditional and contemporary Scottish tunes and Gaelic songs arranged by Donald. This is a sumptuous orchestral feast celebrating folk roots, with a twist.
Tickets* from £15 to £24
U30s tickets* £5
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 4 February 7.30pm
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (OAE) returns with another feast of hits by the most famous composers of the 18th Century. Discover why music by Bach, Handel, Vivaldi and other composers of the time became so popular and has remained so to this day. Even if you don't know the titles you probably know the tunes… from adverts to the Eurovision final this music is still part of the soundtrack to our daily lives. Presented from the stage, the musicians of the OAE will guide you through an evening of music they love including the 'Air on the G String' by Bach, 'Rejoice' from Handel's Messiah, concertos for two cellos by Vivaldi and for two violins by Bach, Charpentier's Te Deum, music from King Arthur by Purcell and more.
Tickets* from £15 to £24
U30s tickets* £5
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 26 November
7.30pm
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast country rock band The Eagles, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return to Darlington with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically-acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles' catalogue of classics including 'Hotel California', 'Desperado', 'Take It Easy', 'New Kid In Town', 'Life In The Fast Lane' and many more.
Tickets* from £17 to £37.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Wednesday 27 November 7.30pm
Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman's greatest hits. For over 30 years Steve has toured the world with his musical tribute to Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf
With an incredible stage set and ten-piece live band combined with Steve's well know sense of humour and stage presence, the show can only be described as awesome.
The show will bring you some of Meat Loaf's greatest hits including 'Anything For Love', 'Bat Out Of Hell', 'Paradise By The Dashboard Light', 'Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth', 'Two Out of Three Ain't Bad', 'Dead Ringer For Love', 'Total Eclipse Of The Heart' and many, many more.
Tickets* from £18.50 to £37.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
THE BIG CHRISTMAS ASSEMBLY
Thursday
November 7.30pm
Crack out the Christmas jingles! Join James B Partridge (Primary School Assembly Bangers LIVE) for an evening of pure nostalgia, stepping back in time for some joyous singalong tunes from Christmases past. You won't have to sit cross-legged by the tree waiting for Santa, but you will be encouraged to sing along! Full of festive musical surprises, throwback mashups and reflections on growing up at Christmas time.
Tickets* from £16 to £22
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Friday 29
November 7.30pm
An exhilarating music show celebrating one of the world's most gifted music icons and multi-grammy award winner, Chaka Khan. Led by the incomparable Sulene Fleming (The Brand New Heavies, Incognito, The New Master Sounds) and featuring a stellar live band, this twohour music show encapsulates the true essence of Chaka Khan with the all-time diva greats and anthemic dance floor hits such as ‘I'm Every Woman', ‘Ain't Nobody', ‘I Feel For You', ‘Through The Wire', ‘Like Sugar', the funk/soul ‘Tell Me Something Good', ‘Sweet Thing', and many more.
Tickets* from £18 to £34
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Saturday 30 November
7.30pm
Bestselling show of Edinburgh Fringe 2023! The nation's twelfth-favourite doctor brings his brand new show to Darlington, fresh from a record-breaking run at the Edinburgh Fringe.
This is Going to Hurt was a literary sensation, selling three million copies and becoming a multi-BAFTA-winning BBC series. Undoctored follows on, leaving audiences laughing and crying with Adam's unique tales of life on and off the wards. It also contains the 'degloving' story because people ask for refunds if they don't hear it.
'Hilarious - this show will have you in stitches' The Standard
Age guidance 16+
Warning: Contains medical themes and stories that some may find distressing.
Tickets* from £18 to £29.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Darlington Hippodrome is a hub for community groups including Daisy Chain, Dementia Voice Darlington and Darlington Wellbeing - The Art of Survival. Contact the groups direct to check arrangements, or get in touch with our box office team who will be happy to help. If you would like to talk to us about your group meeting at the Hippodrome, please contact andrew.hutchinson-clish@darlington.gov.uk.
The theatre regularly hosts performances from local dance and performing arts schools. If you would like to hire the auditorium for your show, please contact heather.tarran-jones@darlington.gov.uk.
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With your support, we can contribute to the vibrancy in our town by offering a fabulous night out, investing in talent and engaging with our community.
Becoming a Corporate Partner will ensure that your organisation benefits from association with one of the most historic (and haunted!) theatres in the north-east. Our partnership programmes offer levels of support to suit every business starting from just £1000 (+VAT) per year.
We wish to create a network of like-minded businesses who have a desire to support the arts and the local community.
Level 1 Partner: £1000 per year
Level 2 Partner: £3000 per year
Level 3 Partner: £6000 per year
Benefits include hospitality, acknowledgement in season brochures, digital screens and website, free room hire, and an invitation to an annual business networking event at Darlington Hippodrome. Bespoke packages can be designed to suit your requirements. For further information please email julian.cound@darlington.gov.uk Thank you to
Friday 6 December - Tuesday 31 December
6 Dec 7pm | 7, 13, 14, 17, 18 & 21 Dec 2pm & 7pm | 8, 15, 22, 24 & 31 Dec 1.30pm & 5.30pm | 10, 11 & 12 Dec 10.30am & 2pm | 19 Dec 12pm & 7pm | 23, 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30 2pm & 6pm (no performances 9, 16, 20 & 25)
Starring singer, TV actor and musical theatre star Lee Mead, Hi-de-Hi! star and panto legend
Su Pollard and the return of panto comic Josh Benson and fabulous Dame Jamie Jones, make Sleeping Beauty the pantomime of your dreams this Christmas in Darlington!
Once upon a time in a land far away, Princess Aurora is given a twenty-first birthday present by her evil Aunt Carabosse. By pricking her finger on an enchanted spinning wheel, she is placed under a cruel curse and forced to sleep for 100 years.
Don't get caught snoozing, book your tickets today!
Tickets* from £21.50 to £39.50
Relaxed performance £12
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
7.30pm
The Elvis Years, led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, embarks on its biggest ever tour of the UK and beyond. Undoubtedly the UK's premier Elvis theatre production, this stunning show takes you on a fantastic journey through all the years The King ruled the airwaves. With a full cast of West End talent, a spectacular set, breathtaking lights and awesome video content, Mario and the band deliver over 50 golden greats, charting the rise and rise of the boy from Tupelo - from the early hits 'That's Alright Mama', 'Don't Be Cruel' and 'I Got Stung' all the way through to the legendary Las Vegas concerts with 'In the Ghetto', 'The Wonder of You' and of course 'Suspicious Minds'.
Tickets* from £18 to £32
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Thursday 9 January 7.30pm
Come shake a tail feather with the UK's supreme Tina tribute starring Justine Riddoch and her talented cast. This breathtaking tribute to Tina Turner celebrates the amazing life and work of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll! Early hits, including 'River Deep - Mountain High' and 'Nutbush City Limits', were just a taste of what was to come. 'We Don't Need Another Hero', 'Simply the Best', 'What's Love Got to Do With It', 'I Don't Wanna Lose You' and 'When the Heartache is Over' propelled Tina to stadium concert stardom. Supported by her dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds, Justine recreates and remembers those famed live performances for one night only!
Tickets* from £18 to £31
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
AN EVENING WITH HARRY REDKNAPP
Sunday 12 January 7.30pm
Harry is back on the road after a sold out tour of 65 venues, to regale us with stories from his football and TV career.
One of the funniest, most entertaining talk shows on the circuit.
Henry James 'Harry' Redknapp is an English former footballer who had a long career in football management, managing the likes of Spurs, Southampton, Bournemouth, and West Ham.
He most famously managed Portsmouth when they won the FA Cup in 2008 & was crowned ‘King Of The Jungle' on I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2018.
VIP tickets include meet and greet plus photo.
Tickets* from £18 to £45
VIP tickets* £67
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Wednesday 15 January 7.30pm
'What A Great ****ing Show' Art Garfunkel
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London's West End, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. With standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved, you don't want to miss this international sensation.
Tickets* from £18 to £33
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
GILBERT AND SULLIVAN’S
The PIRATES of PENZANCE
DIRECTED BY
DONNA STIRRUP
Cast includes Barry Clark, Yvonne Howard, Matthew Siveter, George Curnow and Ellie Laugharne
The chemistry between Gilbert's words and Sullivan's music creates a special magic. For their brilliant, funny and touching masterpiece The Pirates Of Penzance, Tarantara has assembled a 50-strong company with singers of international repute and the perfect Sullivan-sized orchestra. They will bring to vibrant life Donna Stirrup's fresh new production conducted by Martin Handley, allowing both Gilbert and Sullivan to speak as richly as they intended.
CONDUCTED BY MARTIN
HANDLEY
Thursday 16 - Sunday 19
Gilbert and Sullivan’s touching masterpiece with a 50 strong company of international singers and the size of orchestra Sullivan wanted.
The story of a pirate’s apprentice who falls head-over-heels in love with the daughter of Major-General to hilariously silly consequences.
Join us for music theatre at its very best.
January
Directed by Glyndebourne favourite Donna Stirrup and conducted by BBC Radio 3 presenter Martin Handley. Together they allow Gilbert and Sullivan to speak as richly as they intended.
Join us for music theatre at its very best.
Thursday - Saturday evenings 7.30pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm Sunday matinee 1.30pm
Tickets* from £15 to £44
THURSDAY 16 - SUNDAY 19 JANUARY
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Thursday - Saturday evening 7.30pm
Saturday matinee 2.30pm
Tickets from £15 - £44
Take a lucky dip on where you sit...
Sunday matinee 1.30pm
...with a Lucky Hipp ticket for just £15. These tickets are limited, so book as soon as you can. Book over the phone or counter, or if you are booking online, instead of choosing your seats from the plan, select the Lucky Hipp button. 72 hours before the performance, you'll be allocated a full-view seat. Simple as that! Only applicable on certain shows. All seats within a booking will be together. Please let us know of any access requirements.
Lucky Hipp seats available on this show! See page XX for details
Wednesday 22
January 7.30pm
Following the huge success of Ben Elton's critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a fifteen year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show - Authentic Stupidity.
Ben says 'Since my last live tour a whole new existential threat has emerged to threaten humanity! Apparently Artificial Intelligence is going to destroy us all! Well I reckon our real problem isn't Artificial Intelligence it's good old fashioned Authentic Stupidity! Forget AI! It's AS we need to be worrying about!'
Ben Elton first exploded into the national consciousness back in the 1980's hosting Channel 4's ground breaking Saturday Live and he's been setting the standard for gag filled, taboo busting, tonsil rattling, mind expanding stand-up comedy ever since!
Tickets* from £18 to £34.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
JASON FOXLIFE AT THE LIMIT
Friday 24
January 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 (SBS).
From gunfights, hostage rescues, daring escapes and heroic endeavours that defined Jason's service, to a very different battle that awaited him at home.
Life At The Limit is a breath-taking story of Special Forces soldiering; a chronicle of operational bravery, adventure and courage on and off the battlefield.
Tickets* from £18 to £32
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Saturday 25 January
7.30pm
For the first time all the generationdefining hits, attitude and fashion of Punk and New Wave are brought to the stage by this incredibly talented cast of musicians, singers and dancers that will take you on a rollercoaster ride you will never forget. Kevin Kennedy, best known for his role as Curly Watts in Coronation Street and his stage career including We Will Rock You and Rock of Ages in the West End, will be lending his extraordinary talents as narrator of the show. Featuring hits originally performed by The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Blondie, The Damned, Ramones, Buzzcocks, Sham 69, The Undertones, Tom Robinson Band, Ian Dury and The Blockheads, The Police, The Jam, Generation X, Siouxsie and The Banshees, The Pretenders, Joy Division, The Stranglers, The Rezillos, and many, many more, Pretty Vacant - The Story of Punk and New Wave is the stage show not to be missed.
Tickets* from £18 to £29.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 28
January
7.30pm
The Northern Soul Classics Orchestra will take you on a musical journey that's steeped in nostalgia yet bursting with timeless energy. The five-piece rhythm section lays down a beat so deep you'll feel it in your bones, while a powerhouse seven-piece brass section blares with a force that can lift your spirits to new heights. Our four vocalists channel the spirit of Northern Soul with harmonies that send shivers down your spine and a stage presence that oozes charisma. Don your sharpest threads and get ready to be transported to a world where soulful melodies and irresistible sounds reign supreme. With over 30 classic songs, whether you're a diehard enthusiast or a newcomer to the scene, The Northern Soul Classics Orchestra is here to make your heart sing, your feet tap along, and your soul soar.
Tickets* from £18 to £29
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
GIOVANNI THE LAST DANCE
Wednesday 29 January 7.30pm
Age guidance 8+
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Tickets* from £20 to £58
VIP meet-and-greet tickets also available
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
ANIMAL FARM
JASON MANFORD: A MANFORD ALL SEASONS
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Thursday 30 January 7.30pm
Tickets* from £20 to £36
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
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Friday 31
January 7.30pm
Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson, well known to Darlington audiences for his annual performances of A Christmas Carol and Under Milk Wood, returns with his 70th anniversary edition of his breathtaking solo adaptation of George Orwell's masterpiece Animal Farm Famed for bringing multiple characters to life, Masterson now gives us Snowball, Napoleon, Squealer, Boxer, Clover, Mollie, Benjamin, Muriel, Sheep, Dogs, Cows, Hens and of course a cat, in a riveting, spellbinding physical performance that will shock, enchant, bewitch, bewilder, and linger long in the memory. Masterton rings out Orwell's prescient warning that politicians through the ages will often let power corrupt them - and sometimes absolutely. Orwell's timeless warning still holds true. A must see for all ages.
Tickets* from £15 to £20
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Wednesday 5
February
7.30pm
There's music in the air and lots of lovin' everywhere…
Celebrating the music of soul legend George Benson, and brand new from Entertainers who also brought us The Magic of Motown, Lost in Music and Fastlove, Give Me The Night features hit after hit including 'Never Give up on a Good Thing', 'Love Times Love', 'Lady Love Me (One More Time)', 'Shiver', 'The Greatest Love of All', 'Turn Your Love Around' ...and many more.
Thursday 6
February
7.30pm
It's gonna be a sea of cowboy hats when The Big Country Music Show rides into town! From the award-winning band that brought you the hit touring production One Night in Dublin, The Big Country Music Show has been wowing audiences and receiving outstanding reviews all over the UK.
With a band of amazing musicians with male and female lead singers, stunning harmonies and live fiddle, it's a two-hour extravaganza of unashamedly old-school singalong country music filled with hand-clapping, footstomping, boot-scootin' sing-along classics from the likes of Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and The Eagles
Featuring a ten gallon hat full of great country and western hits including 'The Gambler', 'Take it Easy', 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman', 'Ring of Fire', 'The Devil Went Down to Georgia' and many more. If you like a little bit of classic country music then why not dust off those boots, grab your partners and mosey on down?
Tickets* from £18.50 to £36
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tickets* from £18 to £26.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
CARL HUTCHINSON: TODAY YEARS OLD
Friday 7
February 7.30pm
In what has quickly become an annual tradition, Carl is back for a third consecutive back-to-back tour. His storytelling skills and ability to hold an audience is second to none. Rich in observations and exaggerated physical comedy, a night out with this Geordie is guaranteed to have you belly laughing from start to finish.
Audience reviews:
'The most relatable comic ever, great vibes' «««««
'There are some topics that shouldn't be funny, but the way they're told and put together is just brilliant' «««««
'Just so, so funny' ««««
Wednesday 12 February 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. This unforgettable show combines talent, energy, passion, and nostalgia, allowing you to sing, laugh, and dance along to the greatest hits of the past. Don't miss out on this spectacular celebration of rock and pop that will leave you wanting more.
Tickets* from £17 to £20
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tickets* from £18 to £34
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
& ORCHESTRA
THE NUTCRACKER
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.
Saturday 8 February 2.30pm & 7.30pm
SWAN LAKE
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky's haunting and unforgettable score.
Sunday 9 February 2.30pm
ROMEO AND JULIET
Shakespeare's tale of primal passion and timeless tragedy is brought to life by Prokofiev's soaring score, set in bustling Renaissance Verona and with an emotionally charged choreography that befits the world's greatest love story.
Monday 10 February 7.30pm
Saturday 8Monday 10 February Tickets* from £20 to £48 * Includes a £2 restoration levy Multibuy discount save20%when
Friday 14 February 7.30pm
Nick Stapleton is an expert investigative journalist and for over a decade he's delved into the shadows, unravelling scams, frauds, and unethical practices.
As the presenter of BBC's BAFTA and multi-award-winning Scam Interceptors, Nick has witnessed the sheer scale of the scam industry. He's seen behind the curtain, and it's clear, we can't rely solely on authorities or banks to protect us.
In this unique evening, audiences can expect a revealing exploration of the murky world of scams and fraud, as Nick shares some essential strategies to make sure your money stays where it should, in your pocket. Join Nick Stapleton for this eye-opening live show that will empower you to protect yourself and your money.
Tickets* from £18.50 to £28
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tuesday 18 February 7.30pm
Following huge demand after their last performance here, the UK's leading ABBA-fest Thank ABBA For The Music returns for an epic live concert.
Featuring all of ABBA's iconic hits including 'Dancing Queen', 'Mamma Mia', 'Super Trouper', 'Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!', 'SOS', 'Waterloo', 'Take A Chance On Me', 'Voulez-Vous' and many more.
Complete with a dynamic cast of outstanding singers, dazzling choreography and interactive video projection - early booking is advised for what promises to be a high-octane extravaganza for ABBA-lovers everywhere. ABBA and 70s fancy dress is optional… but encouraged!
Disclaimer: Thank Abba For The Music is a tribute show and is not affiliated or endorsed by the original artist or management company.
Tickets* from £18 to £32
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Starring Alasdair Baker, Isabella Inchbald, Eliza Langland, Joey Lockhart, Luke Rhodri and Theo Woolford
Middle Ground Theatre Company Ltd is delighted to present Dial M For Mayhem!, a new farcical comedy drama from the author and director of the courtroom phenomenon The Verdict
It's 1991, and a group of travelling actors from south of the Scottish border try to conquer the beautiful unforgiving landscape of the Highlands to bring those remote tranquil communities Frederick Knott's classic 1950's thriller Dial M For Murder
Both comical and poignant, Dial M for Mayhem! is set against a backdrop of the unpredictable Scottish weather complete with internal company squabbling, the antics of a shepherd and his TV-watching sheep dog, a flatulent ageing soap star and a long lost caber-tossing love. The scene is gleefully set for back stage chaos and laugh-out loud hilarity of the play within the play!
Tickets* from £15 to £41
Wednesday 19Saturday 22 February
Evenings 7.30pm Thursday matinee 2pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm
'Hilarious... An excellent theatre company that contribute richly to the artistic landscape of the nation.' Behind The Arras
Monday 24
February
7.30pm
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of the past with Back In The Day - the ultimate nostalgia party. This brand-new show takes you on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant sounds of the 80s, 90s and 00s, all brought to life by exceptional vocalists and a sensational live band.
Get ready to relive the party era of music as the stage comes alive with the infectious beats, iconic melodies, and unforgettable anthems that defined these decades. From the synth-driven pop hits of the 80s to Britpop and alternative rock of the 90s, and the indie and R&B tunes of the 00s, Back In The Day guarantees an evening of non-stop nostalgia.
Whether you grew up during these iconic decades or simply appreciate the incredible music they produced, Back In The Day is a show that will captivate audiences of all ages.
Tickets* from £18 to £31
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
GALLERIES @ the Hipp
IN2 PROJECT
Until January DARLINGTON MIND
From October
Ongoing
Artist
Philip Bingham
These pirates so love underpants! 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.
Filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold, arrr you ready to set sail for a family adventure?
Age guidance 1+
Book Reviews:
'Guaranteed to get the little ones giggling' Daily Mail 'Hilarious' Western Morning News
Tickets from £12 to £15
Under 16s £12 to £13
Tuesday 25 - Thursday 27 February
Tuesday 3.30pm Wednesday & Thursday 10.30am & 1.30pm
'Another winning tale from this talented duo, which will undoubtedly be extremely popular' Bookseller Children's Choice
© Claire Freedman 2013.
Illustrations Copyright © Ben Cort 2013. Published by arrangement with Simon and Schuster UK Ltd, 1st Floor 222 Grays Inn Rd, London, WC1X 8HB
Friday 28 February 7.30pm
Tickets* from £17 to £72
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Saturday 1 March 7.30pm
Tickets* from £18 to £30 TAP FACTORY
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Sunday 2 March 7.30pm KATE MOSSE - LABYRINTH
LIVE: UNLOCKING THE SECRETS OF THE LABYRINTH
Tuesday 4 March 7.30pm * Includes a £2 restoration levy
SING THE MUSICALS
Thursday 6 March 7.30pm
Tickets* from £16 to £32
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Friday 7 March 7.30pm HARIANA LIVE
Saturday 8 March 6.30pm
Tickets* from £14 to £26.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
Tickets* from £14 to £28.50
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
PETER ANDRE IN THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS
Sunday 9 March 7.30pm
Tickets* from £20 to £47
* Includes a £2 restoration levy
A blooming brilliant spring at Darlington Hippodrome
ALFIE MOORE - A FACE FOR RADIO
Wednesday 12 March
JUST MY IMAGINATION
Sunday 16 March
BARRY STEELE'S ROY ORBISON
Sunday 23 March
ELLEN KENT: LA BOHÉME
Thursday 13 March
JASON DONOVAN Tuesday 18 March
HORRIBLE HISTORIES
Thursday 27Sunday 30 March
ELLEN KENT: MADAMA BUTTERFLY
Friday 14 March
ANTON DU BEKE AT THE MUSICALS
Saturday 15 March
JIMMY CARR Thursday 20 March BING! Friday 21 - Saturday 22 March
Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 April
(ADULT PANTO) Sunday 13 April
DRACULA
DICK WHITTINGTON
JUST BETWEEN OURSELVES
Tuesday 15Thursday 17 April
MILKSHAKE LIVE!
Wednesday 23 April
THE DRIFTERS
Saturday 19 April PINOCCHIO
Monday 21 April
STEVE STEINMAN'S VAMPIRES ROCK ETERNAL LOVETHE MUSICAL
Thursday 24Saturday 26 April
THE MARVIN GAYE SONGBOOK
Tuesday 13 May
BALLETLORENTSNOW WHITE
Friday 16 - Saturday 17 May
DOSEVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
Wednesday 30 AprilSaturday 10 May
THE VERY BEST OF TOMMY COOPER
Tuesday 22 April
SIMON REEVE Sunday 11 May
CRUEL INTENTIONS
Tuesday 20 MaySaturday 24 May
SPITFIRE GIRLS
Tuesday 27Saturday 31 May
SWEET CAROLINE: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND
Wednesday 4 June
Burn The Floor presentsDIANNE AND VITO - RED HOT AND READY
Sunday 13 July
TAYLORMANIA
Tuesday 12 August
IN THE NAME OF LOVE - THE DIANA ROSS STORY
Friday 6 June
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN
Tuesday 10 June
COUNTRY ROADS
Thursday 17 July
ENGLISH YOUTH BALLET – GISELLE
Friday 13 – Saturday 14 June
THE GLAM ROCK SHOW - GET IT ON Wednesday 16 July JAMES BOND CONCERT SPECTACULAR
Sunday 20 July
BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY
Thursday 25 September
TOM HOUGHTON - DEEP
Wednesday 26 November
BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 March 2026
8 HOURS THERE AND BACK
Thursday 17 October 8pm
Tickets £15
U18s £12 IN POUR TASTE: A COMEDY WINE TASTING EXPERIENCE
Sunday 27 October 7.30pm
SOLVE-ALONG-AMURDER-SHE-WROTE
Tuesday 5 NovemberWednesday 6 November 8pm
Tickets £18
A CELEBRATION OF FATHER TED with Joe Rooney
Friday 8 November 8pm
GUY MASTERTON'S A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES
Tuesday 26 November 3pm and 8pm
CONNOR BURNS - 1994
Saturday 15 February 8pm
SARAH SMOUTWATERBABY
Friday 29 November 8pm
Access
Theatregoers can now join our access scheme and book online direct via our website for:
• Wheelchair spaces
• Free Essential Companion tickets
• Priority access seating in stalls for BSL/Audio Described users
• Discounts for people in receipt of Universal/ Pension Credit:
o Universal Credit claimants can save 50% on tickets for their household
o Pension Credit claimants can save 50% on one ticket per show
To join the scheme, please scan the QR code to visit the webpage or contact the box office on 01325 405405 or hippodromeaccess@darlington.gov.uk
For more information on accessing the venue, please contact the box office or visit www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk/about-us/ plan-your-visit/access/
BOX OFFICE
IN PERSON AT THE HIPPODROME
The Hippodrome box office is open Monday to Saturday 10am - 6pm on days there are no shows and 10am - 8pm on show days.
PHONE
10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday.
ONLINE
Choose your own seats online 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Box office timings subject to change - please visit the website for up to date information.
Terms and conditions and data protection
A full set of terms and conditions and a privacy policy is available from our website and the box office.
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www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk
Darlington Hippodrome Youth Dance & Youth Theatre
Darlington Hippodrome's Youth Theatre and Youth Dance classes are for young people aged 7 - 18.
'Youth theatre is a safe space to be myself. It's like a break away from school, home, from everything' Josh, Youth Theatre member
'I get excited coming to dance with my friends' - Ernest, age 9
'Dance makes me feel excited'Alexander, age 7
'I've made lots of new friends at dance class' - Layton, age 9
'I only have one word for our class - amazing' - Noah, age 12
Visit the website or email christopher.wellings@darlington.gov.uk to find out more.
MONDAY MOVERS
Monday Movers is a movement and dance class aimed at people aged 65+ who are living independently, although any age is welcome! The class includes some chair-based exercise and optional movement within the space. Regular sessions lead to high quality co-choreographed pieces. Participants create beautiful art, develop balance and coordination, and make new friends.
Term runs until Monday 2 December Mondays 9.30am-11.30am & 11.30am-1.30pm
Cost * £65 per term (10 sessions) or £6.50 per week
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TUESDAY 20 - SATURDAY 24 MAY 2025
