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
17. A Big Egg - April 7
For Jack and his little sister Molly, Easter is all about eggs. But how big can an egg get? And what wonderful surprises might there be inside? Based on the picture book by Steven Lee and performed with a magical mixture of live action, animation and puppetry, this scrumptious family musical is guaranteed to delight egg lovers, chocolate lovers and chocolate egg lovers alike! Photo: People's Theatre Company
18. The Magic Of Motown - April 11
Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back with its 20th Anniversary Tour! Expect Motown classics from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and Stevie Wonder in this impressive tribute show. Photo: Entertainers
19. The Invisible Man - April 17
This original, fast-paced and riotous adaptation boasts 15 characters, played by just three energetic actors, aided by quick and silly costume changes, prop manipulation, whacky imagination and tons of tongue-and-cheek fun! This theatrical, comedic re-telling is brought to you by Our Star Theatre Company, after their hugely successful 2023 UK tour and critically acclaimed sell-out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Photo: Our Star Theatre Company
20. We Will Rock You - April 29 to May 2
Diva Productions will bring the smash-hit Queen musical ,featuring countless songs from the world-conquering band, this spring. We Will Rock You tells the story of a dystopian future where rock music is outlawed, and individuality is suppressed. Two young rebels, Galileo and Scaramouche, join a group of Bohemians to fight for the freedom of music and the right to be different. Photo: Diva Productions