From award-winning tribute acts to spectacular musicals, from TV stars to puppets – there is something for everyone at the Theatre Royal in 2026.
This year, highlights include TV personality, and West End star, Denise Van Outen visiting the theatre, a K-Pop party featuring hits from the Netflix smash ‘K-Pop: Demon Hunters’ and the return of the theatre’s beloved annual pantomine.
To find the full list of what’s on at Wakefield’s esteemed theatre this year, and to find tickets, visit: https://www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk/whats-on
1. Dave Spikey: Life In A Northern Town - January 23
The comedian and actor will visit the Theatre Royal o his new tour that focuses on his working-class upbringing in a northern town. Expect anecdotes from his own childhood and common experiences in a typical northern English town. Photo: Felix Knight Ltd.
2. The Legends of American Country Show - January 26
Europe's number one multi-award winning show, Legends of American Country, which has now been seen by over 350,000 fans live, will visit Wakefield later this month. The upcoming tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to stars like Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash and Kenny Rogers performed by three talented singers who are all accompanied by a fantastic live band of musicians. Photo: JMG Music Group
3. Chicago Blues Brothers - January 30
Celebrating 45 years of the legendary Blues Brothers legacy, this live concert delivers a high-energy night of electrifying blues, foot-stomping country classics, and a few unforgettable surprises along the way. From the iconic hits of the Blues Brothers movies to some of the greatest country anthems of all time, this is a musical mash-up like no other. Photo: CBB Entertainments Ltd
4. Chuckl. - February 6
Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy in Wakefield, headlined by the multi-award-winning comedian, Russell Kane. Joining Russell will be a stellar supporting line-up of some of the best stand-ups on the circuit today, all brought to you by Chuckl. – The UK’s premier comedy club. Photo: Chuckl.