Theatre

Cheshire is home to a variety of theatres across the county showing a range of performances from comedy to jazz, musicals, opera and shows for the whole family to enjoy.

Crewe Lyceum Theatre is Cheshire’s historic Edwardian theatre. The 677-seat Grade-II listed auditorium is an intimate space to experience drama, comedy and music in the heart of South Cheshire. The Lyceum Studio, a 90 seat space, hosts new writing and up-and-coming comedy, along with a varied community and family programme.

Storyhouse is Cheshire's newest theatre, situated in Chester city centre in the beautiful restored and revitalised 1930s Odeon building housing an 800-seat auditorium, a 150-seat studio theatre and a 100-seat boutique, independent cinema.

The Brindley Theatre is the main centre for arts and entertainment for the borough of Halton which covers the twin towns of Runcorn and Widnes on either side of the River Mersey.

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Storyhouse

Storyhouse is Chester’s multi award-winning £37m theatre, library, restaurant and cinema.
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The Brindley Theatre

The Brindley Theatre is owned by Halton Borough Council and is the main centre for arts and entertainment for the borough of Halton which covers the twin towns of Runcorn and Widnes on either side of the River Mersey.
1. 1 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
Parr Hall

Nestled in the heart of Warrington’s Cultural Quarter, the Pyramid and Parr Hall are two of the North West’s premier performance, arts and entertainment venues.
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Red Hot Chilli Pipers

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Concert

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

An award-winning band who forged their own music genre and have been twice named ‘Best Live Act in Scotland’ are coming to Warrington.

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13 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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The Littlest Yak

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Music

Chester

This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the family.

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18 Jan 2025to19 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

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Chester Craft Beer Expo

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Food & Drink

Chester

Following the massive success of this year’s event, we’re thrilled to bring you the second annual Chester Craft Beer Expo in Storyhouse’s Garret Bar and Theatre.

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24 Jan 2025to25 Jan 2025Open 13:00 - 22:00

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Storyhouse Queer

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Chester

A week celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community in Chester and beyond with film, performances, workshops and more!

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28 Jan 2025to2 Feb 2025

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Women’s Prize Book Club: Sarah Waters

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Talk

Chester

The Women’s Prize Trust is partnering with Storyhouse to bring you a series of book club events like no other.

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28 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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Queenz: Drag me to the Disco

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Chester

Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime

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30 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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Time to Shine - The Room Where is Happens!

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Concert

Hartford, Northwich

Immerse yourself in the joy, romance and emotion of your favourite musical shows in this exceptional inspirational experience. We invite you to join our passionate cast of sixty vocalists for a magical performance of songs from the West End.

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1 Feb 2025Open 13:30 - 16:00
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1 Feb 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Austin Powers Murder Mystery Comedy Dining Experience

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Performance

Ellesmere Port

He's back, baby! In this ultimate parody tribute to everyone's favourite man of mystery!
Become a secret agent and travel back to the swinging 60s for a groovy evening with Austin, Dr Evil, and other zany characters inspired by the classic comedy…

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1 Feb 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30

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The Parent Agency - The Musical

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Music

Chester

A brand new British musical based on David Baddiel’s bestselling book, with music by Dan Gillespie-Sells (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie), premiering at Storyhouse in February.

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15 Feb 2025to2 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Austin Powers Murder Mystery Comedy Dining Experience

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Performance

Northwich

He's back, baby! In this ultimate parody tribute to everyone's favourite man of mystery!
Become a secret agent and travel back to the swinging 60s for a groovy evening with Austin, Dr Evil, and other zany characters inspired by the classic comedy…

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28 Feb 2025Various Opening Times

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Jimeoin: Who’s Your Man?!

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Theatre

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

Internationally acclaimed comedian Jimeoin is returning to Parr Hall.
Internationally acclaimed comedian Jimeoin is retuFans of stand-up may have seen the award-winning comic on the likes of The Royal Variety Performance, Live at the Apollo,…

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28 Feb 2025Open 19:00 -

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Murder Trial Tonight

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Theatre

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

Tigerslane Studios, renowned for its captivating true-crime productions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new season of “Murder Trial Tonight – The Doorstep Case.” A west end production touring the UK & Ireland with glowing 5 star reviews…

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6 Mar 2025

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SIX the Musical

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Theatre

Chester

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Storyhouse, following its previous sell-out success!

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25 Mar 2025to29 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Angela Barnes: Angst

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Theatre

Chester

A brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. 
Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she’ll worry about it. But don’t let that worry you – she’ll worry enough for the both of you. This hilarious show…

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2 Apr 2025

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There’s A Monster In Your Show

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Family Friendly

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

A playful and imaginative family show based on books by Tom Fletcher will be roaring to life at Parr Hall in 2025.
Leaping from page to stage, There’s a Monster in your Show has been adapted from the McFly star, The Voice UK judge and children’s…

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26 Apr 2025to27 Apr 2025

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Sophie McCartney: One Foot in The Rave

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Theatre

Chester

After last year’s phenomenal 70 date international tour, award-winning comedian and number one bestselling author Sophie McCartney is back with a brand-new show! Recently kicked out of club 18-30, a new decade now beckons and she DOES NOT BELIEVE IT…

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1 May 2025

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Sophie McCartney: One Foot in the Rave

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Theatre

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

A mum-of-three whose brutally honest exploration of parenting transformed her into an award-winning comedian is bringing her new tour to Warrington.
Sophie McCartney – better known as ‘Tired and Tested’ – will present One Foot in the Rave at Parr…

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30 May 2025Various Opening Times

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Dara Ó Briain – Re:Creation

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Theatre

Warrington

Dara O Briain is back with a brand new live show!

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20 June 2025Various Opening Times

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Russell Kane: HyperActive

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Theatre

Chester

Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and “storming physical comedy” (Mail on Sunday).

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12 Sept 2025

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Goosfest 25 - Art and Music Festival

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Festival

Goostrey

A week long series of events designed to enhance the cultural life of our small Cheshire Village of Goostrey. Promising to offer something for everyone, the festival involves both professional and amateur acts across the full spectrum of arts.

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26 Sept 2025to12 Oct 2025

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