Surrounded by countryside and steeped in history and charm, Aylesbury has been known as a market town since as far back as 1806. It is the birthplace of the Paralympics, the home of Roald Dahl's children's gallery, and a quaint and lively market square that bustles with activity. Beyond its quaint streets and picturesque scenes, Aylesbury boasts a vibrant theatre scene that caters to all tastes!

Ghost The Musical

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aug 22 - 24, 2024

A haunting love story that made the world look at the pottery wheel in a whole new way, Ghost is now set to materialise in a theatre near you as this musical adaption of the 1990 film takes to the road on tour.

Recounting the tale of a young couple torn apart by tragedy and their supernatural reunion, prepare for a tear-jerking experience, with a book by the movie's screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin and soundtracked by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart, including the iconic Righteous Brothers' No.1 song, 'Unchained Melody'.

Calamity Jane

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Jan 14 - 18, 2025

Whip-Crack Away! Carrie Hope Fletcher is steppin' into Calamity Jane's cowgirl boots for this brand-new tour of the classic musical! A free-wheelin' musical set in the Wild West, the show follows the romance between frontierswoman Calamity and folk hero Wild Bill Hickock, as they work together to restore order to Deadwood City. Soundtracked by toe-tappin' musical numbers like 'It's Harry I'm Planning to Marry' and 'Secret Love', this is one hoedown you don't want to miss!

Hairspray

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Feb 17 - 22, 2025

Eight-time Tony and four-time Olivier Award-winning musical smash hit Hairspray spreads its toe-tapping magic across the UK once more during a hotly anticipated regional tour in 2024! Based on the 1988 feature film, the effervescent production first wowed audiences in Seattle in the early 2000s, with acclaimed Broadway and West End runs following soon after.

NOW That's What I Call a Musical

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Sep 6 - 7, 2024

Plenty of us fondly remember rushing down to the shops to pick up each new release of "NOW, That's What I Call Music!", the thrice-yearly compilation of Top-10 hits that has become a mainstay in British culture since the 80s. Now, from comedian Pippa Evans and director and choreographer Craig Revel Horwood (Strictly Come Dancing) comes a brand new musical inspired by the classic compilations! Premiering in Autumn 2024, NOW That's What I Call A Musical tells a story which many of us lived, through the classic songs from "NOW..." compilations through the ages!

That'll be the Day

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Jul 5, 2024

Prepare for a party as the legendary That'll Be The Day, the UK's most successful touring rock 'n' roll variety production, returns with their unashamedly nostalgic show! You're invited to join the fun with cracking energy from start to finish and a cast like no other. Guaranteed to be a night out to remember, this is the kind of feel-good show we all need.

Massaoke - Sing The Musicals

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Feb 27, 2025

Are you someone who loves singing along to the soundtracks of your favourite musicals? Well now you can do it at the theatre with a crowd of others! Massaoke - Sing The Musicals is an unforgettable karaoke experience, in which a live band and character vocalists perform the songs on stage, while you and the rest of the audience sing your hearts out, along to the karaoke-style lyrics projected on a big screen! Featuring the music of hit musicals Mamma Mia, Grease, Les Mis, The Greatest Showman, Rocky Horror Show, The Jungle Book and many more!

An Inspector Calls

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Nov 26 - 30, 2024

Often referred to as the definitive staging of JB Priestley's drawing-room drama, this production from London's National Theatre is on tour this year - bringing the masterpiece to you. Debuting in 1992, this iteration has been seen all over the world, scooping awards with each revival. Original director Stephen Daldry (The Hours, Billy Elliot) returns for this jaunt, showcasing his innate understanding of the literary classic.

Awful Auntie

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Sep 19 - 22, 2024

Following on from the success of their brilliant adaptations of Gangsta Granny, Billionaire Boy and Demon Dentist, Awful Auntie is set to be another rollercoaster romp. Set in 1933, join Stella Saxby, the newly orphaned heir to Saxby Hall, as she pits her wits against her titular Awful Auntie Alberta, who'll stop at nothing to steal Stella's inheritance! Another classic Walliams' adventure, expect laughs-a-plenty, spectacular effects, ghosts, schemes, twists, and more, including a particularly big owl as Stella battles her Awful Auntie to win the day!

Cluedo 2 - The Next Chapter

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Oct 22 - 26, 2024

A lofty adventure awaits those who climb the ladder up to this incredible tree house. With 13 stories of fun, including a see-through swimming pool, an underground bowling alley, and much much more, it's the perfect home for Andy and Terry, who're ready to bring their brand-new play to stages across the UK. The only problem? They've not written it yet! Join these two on their zaniest adventure yet as they attempt to craft a show for the ages - with your help!

The 13-Storey Treehouse

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Jul 25 - 28, 2024

A lofty adventure awaits those who climb the ladder up to this incredible tree house. With 13 stories of fun, including a see-through swimming pool, an underground bowling alley, and much much more, it's the perfect home for Andy and Terry, who're ready to bring their brand-new play to stages across the UK. The only problem? They've not written it yet! Join these two on their zaniest adventure yet as they attempt to craft a show for the ages - with your help!

The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Oct 7 - 11, 2025

After thrilling London audiences back in 2020, Sally Cookson's innovative staging of C.S Lewis' seminal novel heads out on a new UK tour! A captivating production that uses ingenious stagecraft in the place of flashy effects to tell the story of four evacuee siblings who discover an enchanted realm at the back of a dusty old wardrobe and the epic adventure that awaits...