What's On /
Thu 08 Oct
A live celebration of Nic Jones’ music, performed by BBC Folk Award winner Sam Carter.
Fri 09 Oct
How on earth have we all survived the past decade of modern living without Victoria Wood's observational wit and wisdom?
Sat 10 Oct
Set against the harsh backdrop of the Great Depression, two friends with a simple dream: to own a farm and live off the land.
Wed 14 Oct
Accessible Films at Waterside
Thu 15 Oct
Orwell's barnyard masterpiece is a must-see epic, more relevant than ever!
A true story that recounts the author's life with his partner, as the man he loves succumbs to Alzheimer's disease.
Fri 16 Oct - Sat 17 Oct
A play about sex, heartbreak…and toilets.
Tue 20 Oct - Thu 22 Oct
A dark, absurd and fiercely hopeful exploration of human connection in the Information Age.
Various dates
Two teams battle it out for laughs with quick-witted gags, games, sketches and songs inspired by your suggestions
Sun 25 Oct
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee’s much-loved picture book.
Wed 28 Oct
Visiting Waterside for the first time ever, the UK’s largest open-air adventure film festival is heading indoors for a cosy Autumn screening.
Thu 29 Oct
From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated critically acclaimed West End hit ERIC & LITTLE ERN.
Sat 31 Oct
Get ready for a Halloween celebration unlike any other! A neon Day of the Dead inspired family rave hosted by Our Kids Social.
Sun 01 Nov
Critically acclaimed folk duo Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage join forces with virtuoso double bassist Jon Thorne for a special one-off UK tour.
Mon 02 Nov
An evening of ground breaking new work by some of the region's most talented performers.
Tue 03 Nov
Junior just wants to be an ordinary guy but it feels like everyone knows he isn't.
Wed 04 Nov
Fri 06 Nov
Danny Hart is one of Downhill Mountain Biking’s racing elite.
Innovative folk artist Hannah James reunites with dynamic cellist Toby Kuhn.
Tue 10 Nov - Sat 14 Nov
JS80 presents the powerful musical The Prince of Egypt!
Thu 12 Nov
One thing that is always evident at a Carrivick Sisters performance is their joy in playing together, in singing in close harmony and in delighting an audience.
Fri 13 Nov
Extraordinary women whose courage, daring, ingenuity and sacrifice defeated Nazi terror.
Mon 30 Nov - Sun 27 Dec
Filled with heart and plenty of p-p-p-penguins it’s our Christmas show!
Sat 12 Dec
A festive celebration of the music that makes Christmas.
Fri 18 Dec - Sat 19 Dec
The ComedySportz team are back this Christmas for more Totally Improvised Pantomimes!
Fri 18 Dec
Sat 19 Dec
Fri 08 Jan - Sun 17 Jan
Join the most heroic outlaw of them all as the arrow-shooting hero Robin Hood and his trusty band of Merry Men strive to outwit the evil Sheriff.
Sat 06 Feb
Folk artist Katie Spencer brings her third album What Love Is; an intimate collection of new songs.
Thu 11 Feb
A masterclass for the modern runner, as well as insight into Allie's big adventure runs.
Wed 17 Feb
Sat 20 Feb
The ultimate celebration of comedy and fandom. Based on your suggestions, Jon will improvise an entirely new Star Wars film.
Thu 04 Mar
Tommy Blaize, one of the most familiar and best-loved voices on British television, takes centre stage with his full live band.
Wed 17 Mar
