Cinema, Theatre & Music Events
Whether you’re looking for drama, comedy, musicals or concerts, let us entertain you at theatre venues across the county.


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Theatre
Back Silver Street, Durham
A reduced cast production of this classic tale.
Film
Durham City
Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the company’s first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky makes her role debut as Minnie, the tough…
Concert
Durham City
Following sold-out performances at New York’s Carnegie Hall and the London Palladium, experience an evening of Queen’s greatest anthems, performed live by candlelight at Durham Cathedral.
Music Event
Beamish
Beamish Folk is a new folk music session taking place on the second Sunday of each month in our 1900s Pit Village band hall, 11.30am-1.30pm.
Christmas and New Year
Stanley
Get ready to sparkle, shine, and rock around the Christmas tree at our unforgettable Christmas Glam Rock Night with the incredible Micky Glam. Step back into the glittering world of the ’70s with iconic hits from T.Rex, Mud, Wizzard, Slade and more.…
Concert
Barnard Castle
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot at The Bowes Museum this December.
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle
Pantomimes
Consett
This family pantomime and much-loved fairy tale is brought to life with song, fun, frolics and comedy by local amateur CBS Theatre Group. Dick Whittington arrives in London to seek his fame and fortune and sets off on a wild adventure where he…
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their 'G4 Christmas' tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK.
Film
Durham City
Emmy and Tony winner Christine Baranski makes her West End debut alongside Academy Award-nominated stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant in Noël Coward’s irresistible comedy.
Music Event
Durham City
Step into Durham Cathedral after dark as wireless headphones turn its vaulted nave into a 90s dance floor. Switch between three channels of pop, hip-hop and dance classics while UK DJs keep the pace moving under lasers and glowing stone arches.
Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
Bringing back all the hits from the 00s to Now! Get ready for stage games, interaction, the best in music and dance anthems! Full decor and stage set, dancers and DJ, sing dance and party the night away, Lip Sync Battles, Dance Competitions and…
Arts & Crafts
Aykley Heads, Durham
Art. Music. Drinks. Late. First Friday every month starting 2 October 2026.
The Light, Durham City
Christmas and New Year
Consett
The beloved Christmas classic returns! After last year’s acclaimed tour, Crown Ballet® brings back its dazzling production of The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece.
Concert
Durham
Discover the music of Coldplay at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Theatre
Durham City
Our annual Level 3 Performing Arts students invite you to join them for an exciting evening of musical theatre, featuring spectacular excerpts from some of the West End and Broadway’s most beloved shows
Concert
Durham City
An immersive orchestral celebration of romance, passion, and timeless love stories. Enjoy music from your favourite love stories performed by a 16-piece orchestra and vocalists. Hear music from: La La Land, Beauty & The Beast, Titanic, Frozen, The…
Concert
Bishop Auckland
An evening of music at Auckland Palace in support of the High Sheriff's Youth Awards. Join us for a special evening of live music in the magnificent surroundings of St Peter's Chapel at Auckland Palace, raising vital funds for the High Sheriff of…
Concert
Durham City
Bruckner’s Second Mass was first performed outdoors in a town square in Linz. Some say the unusual setting inspired the addition of wind instruments to help the sound carry. Either way, they meld with voices seamlessly, from delicate oboe to…
Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
Get ready for pure Motown and Northern Soul Anthems, the ones that you just want to sing along to. Belle Voix deliver over 30 iconic hits, celebrating the heart, harmony and energy of the music that defined generations. From the irresistible groove…
Concert
Flass Street, Durham
“Redhills Folk” is an opportunity to experience and enjoy the wonderful Redhills, by being part of a “Folk Music ” gathering in the Banner Room from 2.-4.p.m. In a “Singaround ” format , come and perform songs-tunes or simply enjoy listening and…
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