From award-winning comedians and impressive tribute acts to powerful performances and haunting spooktaculars – there is something for everyone at the Theatre Royal this month.
Tickets for all shows can be bought via: https://www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk/whats-on
9. Strange But True Crime - October 15
In this new show, ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees explores stories such as the serial killer who gained work in law enforcement whilst on the run - and ended up hunting himself. The female, balloon- carrying killer clown, serial killers on game shows - how their appearances led to their identification, and many more stories. Photo: Artistes International Limited
10. Unsung Heroes Awards - October 16
The highlight of the Community Foundation Wakefield District’s calendar; The Unsung Heroes Awards is enjoying a fabulous shake-up in 2025.The night will be packed full of well-deserved recognition and celebration, toe-tapping music, and wonderful performances. Don your glitziest, most glam dresses and stunning suits and head to the Theatre Royal Wakefield. Photo: Community Foundation
11. Highland Harmony - October 17
Join the acclaimed MacDonald Brothers for an exhilarating celebration of Scotland’s greatest artists and Celtic music. From the rousing anthems of The Proclaimers, Wet Wet Wet, Paolo Nutini, Lewis Capaldi, Rod Stewart and Dougie MacLean alongside a selection of Irish classics including Lord of The Dance. This is a musical journey through the Highlands like never before! Photo: MK Entertainment
12. The Three Little Pigs: The Musical - October 18
Get ready for a heart-warming adventure with The Three Little Pigs in this fresh, lively, family-friendly musical that’ll have you laughing out loud from start to finish! From the award-winning writers of Honk! and Mary Poppins (Broadway), The Three Little Pigs is a charming, “very curly musical tail” that brings new life to the classic story with catchy songs, clever rhymes, and heaps of humour. Photo: Wise Owl Theatre