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COMMUNITY TAKES CENTRE STAGE: A rich history and exciting season at the John Peel Theatre
COMMUNITY TAKES CENTRE STAGE A rich history and exciting season at the John Peel Theatre. by Danni Murphy Wigton Theatre Club has been entertaining local audiences for more than seven decades, bringing together performers, technicians, writers and volunteers to create a varied programme of live entertainment at the John Peel Theatre. The theatre building itself […]
EDITOR’S PICK: Who’s coming to Cumbria this spring
EDITOR’S PICK: Who’s coming to Cumbria this spring Spring 2026 in Cumbria is shaping up to be an exciting season for live events, music, theatre, and just plain fun! by Danni Murphy Here’s our pick of the top shows and nights out you won’t want to miss… Trevor Nelson – Soul Nation Where: Old Fire […]
Sing for Fun: An Afternoon of Singing for Adults!
Sing for Fun: An Afternoon of Singing for Adults! Join the Rocket Theatre crew for a lively and enjoyable afternoon of singing at Sing for Fun, a fundraiser benefiting Cosmic Studios CIC! This event which takes place on March 1st, at Stanwix Theatre, promises to be a fantastic gathering for adults of all abilities who […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
