As the year winds down and the festive spirit kicks in, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, UK, invites audiences into a world of wonder, laughter, and suspense. From delightful panto shenanigans in 'Robin Hood' to the haunting strains of 'A Christmas Carol,' the lineup promises something for everyone. Families can revel in interactive storytelling with 'Pop Up Play,' while thriller enthusiasts can crack cases with 'Murder on the Orient Express.' The theatre becomes a canvas for diverse artistic expressions, ensuring every visitor leaves with a story to cherish.

A Season of Thrills and Tales at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, UK, is set to host a dynamic series of events from February to March 2025, showcasing a tapestry of genres and themes. From the chilling tale of 'Dracula' to the comedic antics in 'Raise the Oof', the theatre offers something for every taste. Attendees will encounter compelling narratives, riveting performances, and a celebration of music, drama, and comedy, promising an unforgettable cultural experience.

A Theatrical Tapestry: Diverse Performances at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, UK, is set to dazzle audiences with an exciting lineup of performances this spring. From the gripping drama of 'A Man For All Seasons' to the comedic musical journey of 'Jazz Emu: Knight Fever,' the theatre promises a diverse range of events. Families can enjoy the high-energy percussion show 'Trash!' while George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' brings powerful storytelling to the stage. With a mix of classic adaptations, musical tributes, and innovative performances, this season at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre has something for everyone.

Yvonne Arnaud Theatre's Spectacular Spring Lineup: Drama, Music, and More!

Step into the world of theatrical brilliance at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford, where an array of captivating performances await theatre enthusiasts. From the chaotic camaraderie of 'The Shark Is Broken' to the dazzling musical allure of 'SIX', this season presents an eclectic mix of stories that promise to enthrall audiences. Whether you're drawn to dramatic narratives, engaging political comedies, or vibrant musical showcases, Guildford's cultural lineup is set to deliver unforgettable experiences for all. Let's dive into the details of these remarkable events.

Guildford's Theatrical Extravaganza: A Journey Through Diverse Artistic Expressions

The Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford is set to host an array of captivating events in 2025, featuring intense dramas, vibrant musicals, and engaging performances. From the behind-the-scenes chaos of 'The Shark Is Broken' to the musical brilliance of 'Pulman & Stilgoe – A Couple of Swells', each production promises to be an unforgettable experience. Join us as we explore the eclectic lineup that includes political comedies, dinosaur adventures, and more, each bringing unique flavors and artistic flair to the stage.

Theatrical Delights Await at Yvonne Arnaud Theatre: A Spotlight on 2025 Shows

It's all the eleganza-extravaganza of the West End combined with the fierce and fabulous world of Drag. A night of sassy showstoppers, where the divas are anything but dull! If you can’t handle the ‘T’ then sashay away cos the dolls are really gonna slay.

Dragged to the Musicals

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The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX, makes its royal return to Guildford in 2025 following its previous sell out success!

Internationally renowned dance-circus company Motionhouse returns to Guildford, with its brand-new production Hidden, which will premiere in the UK in February 2025.

Hidden

Moira Buffini’s clever, funny and charming political comedy unlocks the palace door, imagining the untold conversations of two of history’s most powerful women, Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth II.

Handbagged

80s Liverpool. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and there is no money. What are they supposed to do?

Boys From The Blackstuff

Are you ready for a BRAND NEW ADVENTURE with DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE?! When a satellite tasked with controlling the island's weather systems malfunctions, chaos erupts.

Dinosaur Adventure Live

Have your finest hour, or two! As we bring you Radio GaGa.

Radio GaGa

A Couple of Swells is the inspired pairing of two unique entertainers - Liza Pulman, songstress, comedienne and one-third of the iconic Fascinating Aida, and virtuoso pianist, songwriter and singer Joe Stilgoe.

Pulman & Stilgoe – A Couple of Swells

The open ocean, 1974. Filming is delayed…again. The lead actors—theatre veteran Robert Shaw and young Hollywood hotshots Richard Dreyfuss and Roy Scheider—are crammed into a too-small boat, entirely at the mercy of foul weather and a faulty mechanical co-star. Alcohol flows, egos collide, and tempers flare on a chaotic voyage that just might lead to cinematic magic…if it doesn’t sink them all.

The Shark Is Broken

UK Fleetwood Mac are a high calibre, professional and polished band of experienced and accomplished musicians who have come together to recreate the sound, look and feel of the legendary band itself. All seven professional members play live and unadulterated, dedicated to delivering a show as close to the real thing as possible!

Dreams of Fleetwood Mac

A powerful re-telling of George Orwell’s chilling and timeless classic.

Animal Farm

A fun, musical family show with high-voltage percussion, comic performances and more hi-vis jackets than bin day.

Trash!

For the first time ever musical supernova Jazz Emu (The Guardian's breakout comedy act of 2023) will be touring the UK with his hotly anticipated brand-new show, Knight Fever, alongside his full live band, The Cosmique Perfectión in spring 2025. Following his run at the Soho Theatre and Edinburgh Festival Fringe, this tour will feature brand new songs, and an appearance from the King himself.

Jazz Emu: Knight Fever

The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to life in Robert Bolt’s award-winning play.

A Man For All Seasons

The eighth of these epic annual charity concerts, featuring nine exceptional acts from Guildford's thriving live music scene.

One Winter's Night

Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and ‘the 42nd best reason to love Britain’ (The Telegraph) John Shuttleworth, is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ (with built-in auto accompaniment!) In Raise The Oof John celebrates 40 years in showbiz. Yes, it was 1985 when he met TV’s Clarinet Man - next door neighbour Ken Worthington who came last on New Faces in 73 (Tony Hatch crucified him!)

John Shuttleworth - Raise the Oof

The best-selling pop concert experience Woman Like Me: The Little Mix Show, returns on its UK Tour.

Woman Like Me - The Little Mix Show

They skyrocketed to worldwide stardom 60 years ago with No1 hit Sherry – so, come out tonight as we celebrate all of their million-selling hits.

Big Girls Don't Cry

Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost!

The Baddies

Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror. After her triumphant The Serial Killer Next Door tour, Emma captivates yet again, solidifying her status as one of the UK's foremost crime presenters. This time, she invites you to delve into the dark world of Killer Couples.

Emma Kenny's Killer Couples

The time is 1897. Mankind is on the cusp of vast technological change, scientific mastery and media innovation. But poised between traditional beliefs, the threat of the unknown and the shock of the new world, an altogether darker fear is emerging. As a new shadow looms large over England, a small group of young men and women, lead by Professor Van Helsing, are plunged into an epic struggle for survival.

Dracula

Winter 1934 and an avalanche stops The Orient Express dead in its tracks. A murder. A train full of suspects. An impossible case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on-board, can the world’s most famous detective, Hercule Poirot, crack the case before the train reaches its final destination?

Murder on the Orient Express

Join two friends as they embark on an amazing journey and discover that sometimes new can be exciting, and different can be good!

Town Mouse & Country Mouse

Following a sell-out run last Christmas, the award-winning Dyad Productions, (A Room of One’s Own, I, Elizabeth, Lady Susan, Female Gothic) are bringing Dickens’ classic and perennially relevant ghost story back to the Mill Studio!

A Christmas Carol

Adapted for Storytelling written and told by Hannah Summers, illustrations by Miranda Summers. Inspired and adapted from the 19th Century tale by Clement Clarke Moore.

Short Stories, Tall Tales: The Night Before Christmas

Emily Dickinson & I presents a fresh and original look at America's foremost female poet, as actress Edie Campbell (Apples In Winter) takes the audience through a 14-year journey of writing, acting, and getting into Emily Dickinson's dress.

Emily Dickinson & I - The Journey of a Portrayal

Join Robin and Marion as they right wrongs, sing songs and sort out the wicked Sheriff in our swashbuckling panto for 2024.

Robin Hood

A splendid dinner party in an Edinburgh mansion concludes with a murder mystery game created by the hostess. A murder needs to be solved. But the guests have secrets of their own, threatened by the very game they are playing. And among them is Inspector John Rebus. True crime is his calling. Is he playing an alternative game, one to which only he knows the rules? There are suspects, clues and danger with every twist and turn - and a shocking discovery will send this game called ‘Malice' hurtling towards a gasp-inducing conclusion.

Rebus: A Game Called Malice

After last year’s success, Imperial Classical Ballet® returns this year to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker.

The Nutcracker

Meet Su and her accompanist live on stage to celebrate her 50 years in show business with a night of hilarious laughter, fabulous songs and wonderful stories!

Su Pollard: Still FULLY CHARGED

Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story.

Pride & Prejudice

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - celebrating 25 years in 2024!

The Gruffalo

Star of Have I Got News For You and QI Kiri Pritchard-McLean has had a busy few years. As well as hosting Live at the Apollo, fronting Radio 4’s Best Medicine and starting a comedy school, she’s become a foster parent.

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock

Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as – for one night only – we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music. Brand-new for 2024, from hit producers Entertainers... this is the Lost in Music of Country! Join us for a very special evening, celebrating country superstar royalty.

Country Roads

Be prepared for a poor unfortunate evening as the Old Joint Stock Theatre presents I Screamed a Scream, a concert featuring songs from the best baddies of stage and screen.

I Screamed A Scream

Charles Dance is one of the country’s best-known - and most successful - actors. He learned his craft touring British theatres in rep before joining the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Then & Now: An Audience with Charles Dance

Comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh will be joined by an illustrious wine expert to guide you through tasting five wines and at least five jokes.

In Pour Taste

Sebastian Faulks’ epic story of love and loss returns to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel.

Birdsong

Get those cauldrons bubbling! Join us for some magical spell-making, spooky drama games and witchy-crafts. This Halloween themed drama workshop will include prop-making, spooky sounds, dressing up, Lego, general silliness and ghoulish giggles.

Spooks and Spells

Will Young is embarking on his most intimate tour yet – an up close and personal evening of acoustic performances, stories and conversation.

AEG Presents: Will Young

After a complete sell-out first run in 2023, Ruby Wax's rawest, darkest, funniest and most compelling stage show yet announces brand new dates for 2024, thanks to enormous demand.

Ruby Wax: I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was

Eduardo De Filippo’s classic comedy! Amidst the heat of a Neapolitan spring, Filumena Marturano lies on her deathbed, waiting to marry the man who has kept her as his mistress for twenty-five years. No sooner than they are married, she makes a miraculous recovery, much to the surprise of her new, unwilling husband and his younger lover!

Filumena

The novel which has most influenced the 21st century is brought to the stage in a thrilling new version by Ryan Craig. Shocking and fantastical when first written in 1949, Orwell’s novel has remained one of the most chillingly prescient novels of the last century.

George Orwell's 1984

Written and told by Hannah Summers and illustrated by Jo Hathaway with interactive role-play and sensory exploration.

Short Stories, Tall Tales: Mouse and Sam

Middle Ground Theatre Company is delighted to present Dial M For Mayhem, a brand new charming comedy drama from the author and director of the hugely successful courtroom phenomenon The Verdict.

Dial M For Mayhem

Following sell-out shows nationwide, the UK’s top true crime theatre tour is back with a brand-new line-up!

The Makings of a Murderer: The Real Manhunter

The hit new whodunit show based on the classic board game comes to Guildford, with a brand new murder mystery starring West End and TV star Jason Durr as Colonel Mustard and award-winning actress and Strictly Come Dancing champion, Ellie Leach, playing Miss Scarlett.

Cluedo 2

Designed for pre-schoolers and their parent/carer, we provide toys, colouring-in and dressing up to entertain busy little ones.

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