Grand Opera House York Tickets & What’s On

The Multi-platinum selling, 2 x Brit-Award nominated and the King of UK Soul Kenny Thomas returns to York for one night only. Kenny Thomas Grand Opera House York Tickets from £38.23 Fri 28 Aug 2026

The Rocket Man is the world’s favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world and we are delighted to announce our UK tour for 2026. So, catch a star if you can, and wish for something special as we ask you, are you ready for love? No one else recreates…

Jonathan Pie, the UK’s angriest news reporter returns for a brand-new Live Show touring the UK. The End of the World According to Jonathan Pie: Work in Progress Grand Opera House York Tickets from £18.84 Sun 6 Sep 2026

New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous experience of or strong opinions about benches not required. Let Mike worry about that. As seen on Taskmaster, Man Down and Junior Taskmaster. As heard on Three Bean Salad podcast. Mike Wozniak – The Bench Grand Opera…

Join wit, raconteur, and occasional pastry-wrangler Jay Rayner, for a couple of hours of intense foodie insight, fabulous dinner ideas and the occasional dodgy one too. Jay Rayner: Nights Out in the Kitchen Grand Opera House York Tickets from £33.87 Mon 14 Sep 2026

Keeping faith to the original sounds of an underground movement that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept a nation. Don’t miss this captivating 11-piece live band, featuring 4 vocalists, as they recreate the unstoppable rhythm of over 30 Northern Soul classics paying homage to artists and musicians forever etched into vinyl….

This unique show is the result of the pairing of legendary magician Penn Jillette, of world-renowned duo Penn & Teller, (who will tour the UK for the first time without his 50-year companion Teller) teaming up with comedy-magician phenomenon Piff the Magic Dragon, star and fan-favourite from America’s Got Talent. These shows will also be…

Step back into the era of glitter balls and groove – Lost in Music is back with a brand-new, high-energy show that’s bigger, bolder, and more dazzling than ever! Join us for a spectacular night of non-stop disco anthems as our sensational live band, powerhouse vocalists, and vibrant production bring the magic of the 70s…

The UK’s leading political comic Nish Kumar – co-host of hugely popular podcast Pod Save the UK, former host of axed BBC show The Mash Report, and one of Taskmaster’s greatest losers – is back on tour with a formidable batch of passionate, progressive stand-up for the ages. Kumar is 40. His mind is breaking….

A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. It is more than 40 years since ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest and they have filled our lives with music ever since. Now it’s your chance to thank them…

James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are… This thrilling West End hit is inspired by the iconic, hugely popular film series, Paranormal Activity, with a brand-new story live on stage. Now embarking on its first ever UK and Ireland tour…

With York widely known to be the most haunted city in the UK, and theatres topping the list of most haunted places, just how haunted must a theatre in York be? Join Dorian Deathly (Deathly Dark Tours York) after Paranormal Activity for an after-dark, exclusive Ghost Tour of the Grand Opera House. Spectre Spotlight at…

After the whirlwind success of his chart-topping podcast Fin vs History and interview series Fin vs the Internet, it’s his biggest tour yet. But with the shows on sale so far in advance, the question remains: will he fall off the tightrope before the curtain comes up? It’s the pre-emptive comeback special. As seen and…

‘An incredible rollercoaster of a tale’ – The Guardian THE CENTURY’S MOST POPULAR MURDER MYSTERY The internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers is coming in a brand-new staging more thrilling than ever. Christopher Boone is gifted with a brilliant mind for numbers but unsettled by the unpredictability of people and everyday life. When…

Join the “tall, chaotic one with the weird hair”* as she returns with her trademark wit, firecracker gags, and probably a few angry outbursts along the way. *A genuine description given by her best friend’s Mum at a wedding this year. Maisie Adam – Whatsherface Grand Opera House York Tickets from £31 Wed 4 Nov…

Someone once asked Sindhu Vee a very stupid question. She wants to tell you about it. Sindhu Vee: Swanky Grand Opera House York Tickets from £33.24 Thu 5 Nov 2026

The Grand Community Choir Grand Opera House York Tickets from £8 Mon 16 Nov 2026 – Mon 11 Jan 2027

Join us on this festive journey and let the magic of Christmas begin with all your favourite festive songs performed live by world-class musicians, star vocalists and world-champion dancers. Prepare to be taken on a special journey that is Irish in essence with that added touch of Christmas magic. Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special…

York’s swashbuckling musical pantomime! Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Smee at Grand Opera House York for a brand-new adventure – packed full of action, gravity-defying flying scenes and laugh-out-loud comedy. The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook (Pantomime) Grand Opera House York Tickets from £17.5 Sat 5 Dec 2026 – Sun…

York’s swashbuckling musical pantomime! Join Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Smee at Grand Opera House York for a brand-new adventure – packed full of action, gravity-defying flying scenes and laugh-out-loud comedy. The Further Adventures of Peter Pan (Pantomime) – Relaxed Performance Grand Opera House York Tickets from £17 Wed 30 Dec 2026

The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction – suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! ‘10538 Overture’, ‘Evil Woman’, ‘Living Thing’, ‘Diary of Horace Wimp’, Don’t Bring me Down’…

Devilishly funny and gloriously glamorous Dillie, Liza and Adèle, with Michael Roulston on piano, are back on the road following their hugely successful 40th Anniversary Tour. With brand new songs generated by human neural networks and using their combined deep-learning age of 278 years, they have data-mined their back catalogue to bring audiences their greatest,…

Ukrainian National Opera presents Madama Butterfly Grand Opera House York Tickets from £17.68 Sun 7 Feb 2027

Jon is one of Britains most critically acclaimed impressionists, comedians and actors with television credits ranging from such classic comedy series such as Spitting Image, The Impressions Show, and Newzoids, through to Channel 4’s award winning docudrama Partygate. On stage, in addition to his hugely successful solo comedy tour Imposter Syndrome, in recent years Jon…

Victoria Wood’s Dinnerladies Grand Opera House York Tickets from £20 Tue 23 Feb – Sat 27 Feb 2027

Christine appears to have an idyllic life — with one terrible exception. Every night, when she goes to sleep, she loses her memory. Every morning she wakes up remembering nothing from the last 20 years of her life – not even the loving husband lying next to her. As she desperately tries to piece her…

When FBI trainee Clarice Starling is sent to interview the psychiatrist and infamous murderer Hannibal Lecter, it’s hoped his brilliant mind will help catch sadistic new serial killer, Buffalo Bill. Another girl is missing, and time is running out. But Dr Lecter has questions of his own, and now Clarice must decide: keep a safe…

Come, hear the conquistador of petty gripes air his grievances with a world hell bent on irritating the bejeezus out of us all and, who knows, perhaps it will make you feel better about your own bouts of impotent rage. Image: ED BYRNE – credit Nick Warner Ed Byrne – No Dramas Grand Opera House…

At The Hollow, an elegant country estate, a glamorous circle of guests gather together one summer evening. But beneath the sunlit charm, something darker coils. Old passions refuse to die. New rivalries ignite. Dangerous infatuations take hold. Then — a shot rings out. A body is discovered. A smoking revolver in an unsteady hand. The…

Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK Dire Streets Grand Opera House York Tickets from £25 Fri 11 Jun 2027

Murderous Minds takes you on a gripping journey into the twisted motivations of some of the UK’s and the world’s most notorious killers. With her extensive background in psychology and crime analysis, Emma Kenny offers a rare and credible window into how murderers justify the horrific acts they commit. Discover the delusional beliefs and hidden…

Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent cues, shifting shadows and the best kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ireland. A shocking murder rattles London. Far from the chaos. A remote country guesthouse welcomes seven strangers seeking…

Neil Hurst (Hairspray, The Full Monty) returns to reprise the iconic role of Edna Turnblad with further casting to be announced. Hairspray took Broadway by storm, winning 8 Tony awards. The production went on to win 4 Olivier awards in the West End, and multiple awards worldwide. This feel-good classic is back. Featuring some of…