14 October 2023
Speed Dial
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Amongst the spires, spikes and sideburns of a 1970s university, a lonely Professor awaits a call. When he's chased by the ringing of every passing phone, an ominous voice sets a series of mysterious puzzles that stand between him and his missing daughter. Dodgy deans, grumbling groundskeepers and swotty students are suspects as the Professor capers across campus to uncover whodunnit and why. £8 - £18. 7:30 pm. dukeslancaster.org

20 October 2023
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2023 as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year. £28. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

27 October 2023
The Illegal Eagles
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
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… £32.50. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

31 October 2023
LORE
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Lore is the new production from award-winning dance company James Wilton Dance. It’s a folklore-inspired journey into a pagan world of gods, demons and humans, all embodied through otherworldly athleticism. £14. 7:30 pm. dukeslancaster.org

2 November 2023 to 4 November 2023
A Joke
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman walk into a joke...Three characters, apparently born into a void with no memory, must work out who and where they are. Are they the constituents of a joke, or a story, or is the joke ultimately on them? Sat mat 2pm. £9 - £14. 2 November 2023 to 4 November 2023. dukeslancaster.org

3 November 2023
Roy Chubby Brown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
After 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again -  he is Britain's King Of Comedy. £27. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023
Little Shop of Horrors
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
The dark comedy musical presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. Sat mat 2.15pm. £12. 7 November 2023 to 11 November 2023. lancastergrand.co.uk

9 November 2023
Rhys James – Split Milk
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
One of the final Mock The Week regulars and star of Live At The Apollo, Rhys’s previous tour sold out over 70 dates nationwide. £18. 7:30 pm. dukeslancaster.org

14 November 2023
The Man Who Thought He Knew Too Much
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Wes Anderson meets Hitchcock meets Spaghetti Western in this multi-award-winning, fast-paced, raucous whodunnit. £8 - £18. 7:30 pm. dukeslancaster.org

18 November 2023
Lucy Beaumont – The Trouble and the Strife!
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Award-winning stand-up comedian BEFORE she met Jon Richardson, Lucy Beaumont is going to let loose and let slip on her roller coaster world. Life through the Beaumont lens is more surreal than you could ever imagine. 8:00 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

24 November 2023 to 31 December 2023
A Christmas Carol
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Unwrap the magic this season with a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic. £18 - £20. Various times. 24 November 2023 to 31 December 2023. dukeslancaster.org

25 November 2023 to 7 January 2024
Lancaster On Ice
Dalton Square , Lancaster
Award Winning and internationally recognised Lancaster on Ice returns for the 2023 season to the historic Dalton Square, in the heart of Lancaster. There will be christmas market stalls, the giant tipi bar, 800m real ice, Ice-Rink and giant ferris wheel. 25 November 2023 to 7 January 2024. visitlancashire.com

2 December 2023 to 30 December 2023
Sleeping Beauty: Christmas Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
The story is enhanced by fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. A Christmas treat not to be missed!  Various times. Adult £11.50, child & concs £10.50. 2 December 2023 to 30 December 2023. lancastergrand.co.uk

2 December 2023 to 23 December 2023
Rapunzel – Adult Panto
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
The Adult Panto team are catapulting crazy Christmas chaos back into Lancaster Grand Theatre with a hair-raising tale of panto pandemonium that’s a cut above the rest! £22. 2 December 2023 to 23 December 2023. lancastergrand.co.uk

16 December 2023 to 17 December 2023
The Big Christmas Day Out
Williamson Park , Lancaster
Williamson Park will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland. The ticket price includes all activities (except the food, drink and meeting Santa) with a huge range of festive activities for all the family from fairground rides to Christmas crafting through to the festive cinema and face painting and lots more. 9am - 1pm & 2.30pm - 6.30pm. 16 December 2023 to 17 December 2023. visitlancashire.com

5 January to 31 March
FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together.
Lancaster Maritime Museum, St George’s Quay, Laqncaster
  FLOTILLA: 100 years of getting our ships together. This lovely exhibition showcases our Centenary Flotilla: vessels of all shapes and sizes that feature in our collection. The exhibition has been extended and will run until 32st March 2024. Closed Tues, Wed & Thurs. £3, concs £2, children free.   5 January to 31 March. visitlancaster.org.uk

17 January
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
Attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs. £27.50. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

25 January
National Theatre: DEAR ENGLAND (15)
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) plays Gareth Southgate in James Graham’s (Sherwood) gripping examination of nation and game. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Rupert Goold (Judy) directs this spectacular new play. £13.50. 7:00 pm. dukeslancaster.org

28 January
A Beautiful Noise – music and tribute to Neil Diamond
Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
Fisher Stevens celebrates the music and tribute to Neil Diamond. £25.50. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

20 February to 24 February
Guys and Dolls – Presented by MAODS
Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
This musical comedy takes us from the centre of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong! £16. 20 February to 24 February. lancastergrand.co.uk

23 February
Geoff Norcott – Basic Bloke
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
New national tour for star of Have I Got News For You, A League Of Their Own, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan and many more! £18. 8:00 pm. dukeslancaster.org

28 February
Whitney – Queen of the Night
Lancaster Grand Theatre, St Leonardgate, Lancaster
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. £28. 7:30 pm. lancastergrand.co.uk

1 March
Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest tribute shows, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years continues to delight audiences across the globe. Featuring stunning vocal harmonies from world-class musicians, this spectacular concert transports you on a journey through the epic songs and history of the much-loved Simon and Garfunkel. £22. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

9 March
Justin Moorhouse – Stretch and Think
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Justin is back: still funny, yet middle aged. Come it will be fun. £16. 8:00 pm. dukeslancaster.org

9 March
The Big Grand Comedy Show
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Lancaster’s biggest and best comedy show is back again and this time its grander than ever. Join MC Tony Vino as he introduces four of the most celebrated names in UK comedy, performing cutting edge stand-up for a night of unforgettable hilarity. £15. 8:00 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

19 March to 23 March
Ladies Day – Lancaster Footlights
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
In 2005, for one season only, Royal Ascot came to York and four workmates from a fish factory in Hull decided they would go to ‘Ladies Day’! £11. 19 March to 23 March. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

21 March
Paul Foot: Dissolve
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
Multi-award-winning and trail-blazing comedian, Paul Foot, is back on tour with Dissolve, his most personal, surprising and ground-breaking show ever. £17. 8:00 pm. dukeslancaster.org

26 March to 30 March
UNHOMELY
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
The show combines chilling storytelling, an original score and fully integrated BSL to create an unforgettably thrilling theatrical experience. £18. 26 March to 30 March. https://dukeslancaster.org/

28 March to 29 March
Go Your Own Way – The Fleetwood Mac Legacy
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. £26.50. 28 March to 29 March. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

7 April
The Opera Boys – A Night at the Musicals
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
After a sold out show in 2023 The Opera Boys are back with A Night at the Musicals, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals, immaculate 4-part harmony, breath-taking musical medleys, stunning solo performances… and a few surprises! £23. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

12 April to 13 April
SHARK IN THE PARK
The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster
From the creative team behind ‘The Hairy Maclary show’ and ‘You Choose’ - see all 3 of Nick Sharratt’s ‘Shark in the Park’ books live on Stage! 12th Apr, 1pm & 4pm, 13th Apr, 11am & 1pm. £14. 12 April to 13 April. https://dukeslancaster.org/

17 April to 18 April
Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Based on the original book Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs. Various times. Adult £15, child £13. 17 April to 18 April. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

20 April
The Greatest Star – The Barbra Streisand Tribute Show
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Starring Kearra Bethany, as seen on ITV’s Starstruck, ‘The Greatest Star – Barbra Streisand Tribute Show’ takes you on a magical musical journey through time as you sit back & relax enjoy the sounds of this fabulous ‘concert style’ production. £25, concs £23. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

27 April
Showaddywaddy – 50th Anniversary Tour
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
This tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy. ‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement, but Showaddywaddy have lived up to that title for the last 5 decades! £28.50. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

1 May to 30 June
LANCASTER CASTLE
LANCASTER CASTLE, Castle Parade, Lancaster
See history come alive in the heart of Lancaster. England's dark history, with tales of persecution, incarceration, punishment and execution, has been lived out over the centuries within the confines of Lancaster Castle. aDULT £8,concs £6.50, family £22.50.     1 May to 30 June. https://www.lancastercastle.com/

7 May to 11 May
Anything Goes – LADOS
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
This hilarious musical romp includes Cole Porter’s fantastic score including “I Get A Kick Out of You”, “You’re the Top, “Blow Gabriel “ and the show stopping, toe tapping “Anything Goes. 7.30pm, Sat mat 2pm. ”’ £12. 7 May to 11 May. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

19 July to 25 August
Alice In Wonderland – Outdoor Theatre
Williamson Park , Lancaster
Marvellous madness awaits as you step into the world of Alice in Wonderland. An immersive theatrical experience that will transport you to a wonderland like no other. The only limit is your imagination. £16.50. 19 July to 25 August. https://dukeslancaster.org/

6 September
From Morecambe Bay to Botany Bay: Convict Women by Naomi Parsons
Judges Lodgings,, Church Street, Lancaster
Join Naomi Parsons for this, the fourth in this season's lecture series, to hear what it was like for women and girls to be transported to Australia. £5. 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/

8 September
Heritage Open Day at Lancaster Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Whether you're a theatre enthusiast or a curious explorer, this tour promises to be an unforgettable adventure into the heart of Lancaster's theatrical legacy. 10am. Free. All day. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

9 September
An Evening with Lord Ian Botham
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Lord Ian Botham, the former England captain, was one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in a career that spanned over 15 years. Hosted by cricket legend Geoff Miller OBE. £30. 8:00 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

13 September
Lancaster’s Harvest Market
Lancaster Market Square, Lancaster
Celebrate the season with local food producers, crafts people, artists and musicians at the harvest edition of Lancaster's seasonal markets. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. https://foodfutures.org.uk/

13 September
Give Me The Night – George Benson’s Hits Live on Stage
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
It’s time to throw out all your blues and hit the city lights for a night of George Benson classics, as we pay tribute to the American soul superstar who helped make r’n’b soul what it is today. £29. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

24 September to 28 September
Kinky Boots
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Morecambe Warblers present this amateur production. This exhilarating musical, featuring a joyous score by Cyndi Lauper and hilarious book by Harvey Fierstein, will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights!  7.30pm. Sat mat 2pm. £14/£18. 24 September to 28 September. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

2 October
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons – Work in Progress
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Join Jason as he steps back on stage to try out brand new material ahead of his UK & Ireland Arena Tour. £22.50. 6:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

11 October to 19 October
Blackadder II: Head, Potato and Chains
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
After last year’s fabulously successful and hilarious show, we are delighted to announce that Footlights will be returning to Elizabethan England this October for three more Blackadder II stories. £12. 11 October to 19 October. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

23 October
Swan Lake – Crown Ballet
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Magic of classical ballet, performed live on stage. £17 - £24. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

29 October
Magical Mozart by Candlelight
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past. £22.50. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

31 October
The Magic of Motown
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. £32. 7:30 pm. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

5 November to 9 November
Sweet Charity
The Grand Theatre, St. Leonardsgate , Lancaster
Set in 1960s New York, this fabulous musical features classic songs such as Hey Big Spender, Rich Man’s Frug, If My Friends Could See Me Now, There’s Gotta Be Something Better and many more. Presented by Lancaster Red Rose AODS. 7.15pm, Sat mat 2.15pm. £16. 5 November to 9 November. https://lancastergrand.co.uk/

7 November to 9 November
Light Up Lancaster – The Art of Science
Town Centre, Lancaster , Lancaster
Light Up Lancaster is a free 3-day family festival of light and art that will illuminate various locations throughout Lancaster city centre.  So prepare to come along  for a magical exploration of the city of Lancaster as you've never seen it before. 7 November to 9 November.