The Malthouse Theatre is set to become the epicenter of a vibrant musical journey in 2026. From the enthralling fairy tale of Shrek The Musical to the nostalgic beats of The Ultimate Eagles and the iconic sounds of Queen in We Will Rock You, this season promises an eclectic mix of performances. Audiences can expect a thrilling lineup featuring celebrated musicals like Grease, powerhouse vocal talents of The West End Tenors, and tributes to legends like Fleetwood Mac and Neil Diamond. Dive into this diverse realm of sound and storytelling.

A Musical Extravaganza at The Malthouse Theatre: From Shrek to The Eagles

The Malthouse Theatre is set to host an array of spectacular events in 2026, kicking off with the timeless classic 'Grease, School Edition.' This musical extravaganza will be followed by a series of remarkable performances, including The West End Tenors, Ahh…Freak Out!, and tributes to iconic music legends like Fleetwood Mac and Neil Diamond. With a roster that includes Disney’s enchanting 'Frozen' and the legendary sounds of The Drifters and Ultimate Eagles, The Malthouse Theatre promises an unforgettable year of music and entertainment for audiences of all ages.

A Musical Journey: From Grease to The Drifters at The Malthouse Theatre

The Malthouse Theatre is set to be the epicenter of a vibrant musical journey spanning different eras and styles. From revisiting 1950s Rydell High with ‘Grease, School Edition’ to the glittering disco beats of the 1970s in 'Ahh…Freak Out!', and the timeless rock anthems of Queen in 'We Will Rock You', these performances promise high energy and unforgettable experiences. Audiences will also be treated to the iconic sounds of Fleetwood Mac, Neil Diamond, Coldplay, The Eagles, and The Drifters, along with a magical trip to Arendelle in Disney's 'Frozen'.

Musical Extravaganza: A Journey Through the Decades at The Malthouse Theatre

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Ultimate Eagles

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Step back into the sizzling world of 1950s Rydell High as Simon Langton Girls’ Grammar School follows on from their triumphant 2025 staging of Les Misérables with another unforgettable musical.

With catchy classics like “Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightnin’,” and “You’re the One That I Want,” Grease is a high-energy love story packed with humour, heart, and electric performances.

Join Sandy, Danny and the rest of Rydell High as they navigate the trials and tribulations of high school with their respective cliques – the sassy Pink Ladies and the T-Birds gang, adding plenty of laughs, drama, and unforgettable musical moments along the way.

‘Grease, School Edition’

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Leading men from London’s West End combine in a powerhouse of vocal talent.

After selling out arenas across Europe, The West End Tenors embark on their first UK Tour, bringing their smash hit show directly to you!

The cast of The West End Tenors have starred in musicals such as Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia and Miss Saigon, as well as performing at Windsor Castle for the Royal Family, the BBC Proms and the Eurovision Song Contest.

The West End Tenors

Ahh…Freak Out! – The World’s Biggest Disco hits!

Step into the glittering time machine and journey back to the dazzling 1970s, as we turn back the clock and bring the disco inferno back to life, LIVE on stage!

Get ready to boogie the night away as we take you on a magical journey delivering non-stop, chart-topping disco hits alongside our world class live band! We’re talkin’ Donna Summer’s sultry vibes, Earth, Wind & Fire’s cosmic funk, the Bee Gees’ silky harmonies, and Gloria Gaynor’s fierce diva power – all in one mind-blowing show!

Ahh…Freak Out!

Featuring more than 20 hit Queen songs including “Another One Bites the Dust,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Killer Queen,” “We Will Rock You,” “Somebody To Love,” “We Are the Champions,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” and many more, WE WILL ROCK YOU follows two revolutionaries as they try to save rock ‘n’ roll in a post-apocalyptic world. In an age where algorithms predict our every preference, WE WILL ROCK YOU is a musical for our time: a fist-pumping, foot-stomping anthem to individuality.

We Will Rock You

Go Your Own Way is the spellbinding show featuring music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.

Their rock ‘n’ roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians who will take audiences on a powerful journey through their incredible song book.

Go Your Own Way

Described in Las Vegas as one of the world’s finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond, Bob Drury has been astounding audiences with his vocal likeness for fourteen years during which time he has performed throughout the UK, Europe and in the United States for the American Neil Diamond Fan Club in both Nashville and Las Vegas.

Bob is joined by his amazing band and the show tracks Neil’s journey from unknown and struggling New York songwriter to international mega-star. The music covers every stage of a staggering music career spanning five decades.  Join in with all the favourites such as Cracklin’ Rosie, America, Love on the Rocks, Play Me, Hello Again, Forever in Blue Jeans, Beautiful Noise, I’m a Believer, Red Red Wine and of course Sweet Caroline.  Bob’s duet with Harriet on the Diamond/Streisand classic ‘You Don’t Bring Me Flowers’ is one of the best versions you’ll ever hear. The show also features a few lesser-known songs that are sure to become your favourites by the end of the evening.  A fantastic evening guaranteed!

The Neil Diamond Story

Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Stars—the most authentic tribute to Coldplay! This spectacular live experience doesn’t just capture the sound and spirit of one of the world’s biggest bands—it makes you part of the show. With LED wristbands lighting up the crowd, the energy of the music surrounds you like never before!

Whether you’re a lifelong Coldplay fan or just looking for an unforgettable night out, Sky Full of Stars delivers dazzling performances, stunning visuals, and an atmosphere that truly brings Coldplay’s greatest hits to life. From the anthemic Viva La Vida to the uplifting A Sky Full of Stars, plus all the songs you love, including Clocks, Yellow, Paradise, and Hymn for the Weekend.

Sky Full of Stars

Handshake Ltd are proud to present the world’s premier Eagles show, The Ultimate Eagles.

Having performed to over 1,000,000 people worldwide, The Ultimate Eagles features a cast of internationally acclaimed musicians who’ve played alongside bands such as Queen, Paul Young, Roger Daltrey, Lulu, Van Morrison, Cliff Richard, John Legend and Thunder.

“The World’s Best Eagles show” – Chris Evans

The Ultimate Eagles are universally recognised as the most authentic tribute to The Eagles music and recreate the sublime harmonies and legendary guitar solos of hits such as “Hotel California”, “Life in the Fast Lane” and “Take it Easy” like no others.

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more!

The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine.

The Drifters

Do you want to build a snowman?!

For the first time in forever, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.

Disney’s FROZEN comes to Canterbury in 2026 for one week only, featuring Olaf, Sven, Elsa, Anna and a live 15 piece orchestra!

Disney’s FROZEN

OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. 

Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. 

Ultimate Eagles

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