Theatre

Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society to Present Frozen The West End Musical

Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society is set to bring a touch of Disney magic to Whitehaven this November with its forthcoming production of Frozen The West End Musical at Solway Hall. The production is a particularly exciting one for the long established local society, with the amateur performance licence for Frozen The West End […]

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Festival of Curious Things coming to Workington town centre

Festival of Curious Things coming to Workington town centre A free family event packed with entertainment, activities and street performances will take place in Workington town centre on Saturday 12 September. Running from 10am to 5pm, Cumberland Council’s Festival of Curious Things will transform Murray Road and the surrounding town centre with a mix of […]

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The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August

The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August Following the success of a week of events in August 2025, the Muncaster Fringe returns this August, this time for a whole month! Proudly supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, The Muncaster Fringe 2026 is a […]

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WHITEHAVEN WEEKENDER: A new two-day festival combining Harbour Fest and Pride by the Harbourside

WHITEHAVEN WEEKENDER A new two-day festival combining Harbour Fest and Pride by the Harbourside. by Danni Murphy Whitehaven Weekender 29th – 30th August 2026 | Whitehaven Harbour For many in West Cumbria, a bank holiday weekend in Whitehaven means a busy harbour, waterside cafés and bars, and the familiar sense of the town at its […]

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Rosehill Announces “World’s Biggest Liar” as final West Coast Comedy Festival Surprise

Rosehill Announces “World’s Biggest Liar” as final West Coast Comedy Festival Surprise Rosehill has unveiled the final addition to its West Coast Comedy Festival programme, with a live “World’s Biggest Liar” competition set to take place as part of this year’s event. Delivered in partnership with Jennings Brewery, the competition invites members of the public […]

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Musical Society Promises An Antidote to Gloomy Moods and Bad News

When the population of a remote town doubles overnight, the power of kindness and community helps thousands of people find hope amongst tragedy. This March, Workington Amateur Operatic Society (WAOS) brings a heartwarming real-life story to the stage in Come From Away. Comedy, tragedy and romance overlap in the award-winning musical that follows residents of […]

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Festive Panto Season has arrived… Oh yes it has!

FESTIVE PANTO SEASON All the classic pantos are back… Oh yes they are! by Danni Murphy From spellbound castles and enchanted lamps to festive fun with Santa and classic fairy tale twists, Cumbria’s 2025 pantomime season has something for everyone. Whether you’re after big production values, interactive children’s shows, or traditional panto silliness, there’s a […]

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WADAOS Presents: Jesus Christ Superstar this November!

Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society (WADAOS) is proud to present Jesus Christ Superstar at Solway Hall, Whitehaven, this November. Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic rock opera has been a staple of musical theatre since the 1970s. The show tells the story of the last days of Jesus Christ through the eyes of […]

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A new musical brings Victorian Whitehaven and the trailblazing life of Sal Madge to Rosehill Theatre

SAL MADGE: THE MUSICAL A new musical brings Victorian Whitehaven and the trailblazing life of Sal Madge to the stage in a celebration of history, music, and local spirit. by Danielle Murphy From John Marcangelo, the creator of Clog Dance the Musical, comes an exciting new production inspired by the remarkable 19th-century figure Sal Madge, […]

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Prism’s Big Night Out – Inclusive Theatre Hits the Road Across Cumbria

Prism’s Big Night Out – Inclusive Theatre Hits the Road Across Cumbria Prism Arts is thrilled to announce that we have received funding from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund for an exciting new project – Prism’s Big Night Out. This autumn, Prism Arts’ theatre group will bring three unforgettable nights of inclusive live […]

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