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What's On in March Across the North East and Yorkshire Clockwise from top left; Luma at Life Science Centre, Newcastle | The Rocky Horror Show | Spellbound: The Lost Words and The Lost Spells | Dragons | Living North LIVE | Northern Ballet's Jane Eyre
What's on
February 2025
Reading time 4 Minutes

This month's events to know about

From great workshops to sensational shows, here's what to book and when.
Karen Hauer & Gorka Marquez: Speakeasy Karen Hauer & Gorka Marquez: Speakeasy

Knock Knock

Outrageous and ridiculously funny, the mormons are back! This musical comedy from the creators of South Park follows a mismatched pair of mormons on a mission to a place that’s far from Salt Lake City. It’s unlike any other musical you’ll see.
The Book of Mormon
4TH–22ND MARCH

Hull City Hall
hulltheatres.co.uk 

Having a Laugh

Peter Kay’s return to stand-up comedy has been in such high demand that there are plenty more shows heading into 2025. Back in Leeds, he’ll be bringing more great jokes to fans at First Direct Arena.
Peter Kay
7TH & 8TH MARCH

First Direct Arena, Leeds
firstdirectarena.com

Lighting Up Life

In celebration of British Science Week and Life’s 25th birthday, visitors are being plunged into an immersive world with Luma – a nine-metre long, glowing robotic snail. The artists behind Luma, Air Giants, take their inspiration from nature to make these clever interactive robots.
Luma
7TH–15TH MARCH

Life Science Centre, Newcastle
life.org.uk

Keep Dancing

Mamba, Charleston, Foxtrot and Salsa the night away with Strictly pros Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez who will be joined by fabulous vocalists and musicians. Their show Speakeasy will showcase a variety of dance styles from Havana dance floors to Burlesque cabaret clubs.
Karen Hauer & Gorka Marquez: Speakeasy
8TH MARCH

The Glasshouse, Gateshead
theglasshouseicm.org

Wonderful Women

From the history of Cecily Neville to the lesser-known experiences of the women who worked in the household, follow this tour at Raby to explore how women are depicted in some of the most iconic artworks in the castle’s collection.
Women of Raby Tour
8TH & 22ND MARCH

Raby Castle, Staindrop
raby.co.uk

Birmingham Royal Ballet: Cinderella Birmingham Royal Ballet: Cinderella

End of a (V)era

Before you say goodbye to Brenda Blethyn’s DCI Vera Stanhope (at least on screen), don’t miss this special celebration of the series, 25 years since Ann Cleeves’ first Vera Stanhope novel was published. Brenda and Ann will talk about the latest book and final TV adaptation, The Dark Wives, and reminisce over their favourite scenes. They’ll be interviewed on stage by local TV presenter Steph McGovern. For more, head to livingnorth.com where Ann reflects on why Vera will be missed, not just across the region, but the world.
Vera: End of an Era: Brenda Blethyn & Ann Cleeves
13TH MARCH

O2 City Hall Newcastle
academymusicgroup.com

Beautiful Ballet

Step into the magical world of Cinderella. The timeless story of love, courage and kindness reminds us all to have faith in our wildest dreams; one day they might just come true. You can expect a glorious celebration of classical ballet with world-class dance, spectacular scenery, and a cast of characters that include mice, lizards and even a dancing frog – something to capture every imagination!
Birmingham Royal Ballet: Cinderella
13TH–15TH MARCH

Sunderland Empire
atgtickets.com/Sunderland

Brontë in Ballet

Charlotte Brontë created Yorkshire’s ultimate heroine – Jane Eyre. Now Northern Ballet are bringing her to life. With a sweeping Yorkshire Moors backdrop and dramatic choreography and music, you’ll love this tale of romance, jealousy and dark secrets.
Northern Ballet’s Jane Eyre
14TH–22ND MARCH

Leeds Grand Theatre
leedsheritagetheatres.com

All That Glitters

In this exclusive session, visitors will learn about the history of the pursuit of gold in art. With expert guidance, you’ll explore artworks in the Spanish Gallery and the raw materials used within them, then work on your own gilt foil creation.
Gold Alchemy of Art
14TH MARCH

Spanish Gallery, Bishop Auckland
aucklandproject.org

Luck of the Irish

This special St Patrick’s-themed race day promises all the thrills and spills of great jumps racing and a celebration of all things Irish.
The Guinness St Patrick’s Raceday
15TH MARCH

Newcastle Racecourse
newcastle-racecourse.co.uk

The Shark is Broken (c) Manuel Harlan The Shark is Broken (c) Manuel Harlan

Artful

This spring, discover more than 60 artists and galleries and browse their work at The Hepworth Wakefield Print Fair, whilst families can also enjoy fun activities, street food and discounted entry to The Hepworth’s exhibitions.
The Hepworth Wakefield Print Fair
15TH & 16TH MARCH

The Hepworth, Wakefield
hepworthwakefield.org

Three’s a Crowd

It’s the 1960s, and Bernard lives in his luxury apartment in Paris with his fiancée. She’s an air hostess, but so are his other fiancées. One is American, one is Italian, one is German and all fly for different airlines. In theory, they shouldn’t ever meet… until all three ladies have unexpected layovers at the same time.
Boeing Boeing
17TH–22ND MARCH

Tynemouth Priory Theatre
tynemouthpriorytheatre.co.uk

A Shark’s Tale

Dive into the drama behind the scenes of Jaws. The open ocean, 1974. Filming is delayed… again. The lead actors – theatre veteran Robert Shaw and young Hollywood hotshots Richard Dreyfuss and Roy Scheider – are crammed into a too-small boat, entirely at the mercy of foul weather and a faulty mechanical co-star. Alcohol flows, egos collide, and tempers flare on this chaotic voyage.
The Shark is Broken
18TH–22ND MARCH

Newcastle Theatre Royal
theatreroyal.co.uk

Here Comes The Sun

Make sure you see this seven-metre diameter sculpture created by internationally-renowned artist Luke Jerram. Following Luke’s previous celestial sculptures, Gaia, Museum of the Moon and Mars, Helios is Ancient Greek for the sun. Expect solar imagery, sounds of the sun recorded by NASA, and dazzling lights in this audio-visual experience where you can take a closer look at the star and details such as sunspots and solar flares.
Helios
FROM 19TH MARCH

Seaton Delaval Hall
nationaltrust.org.uk

Comedy Gold

Comedian and presenter Paddy McGuinness is leaving the screen for the stage as he heads back on a tour of the UK with a new show, eight years since his last. Book tickets to see Paddy as well as Peter Kay, and it’ll feel just like the early ‘00s (if you loved Phoenix Nights).
Paddy McGuinness
20TH MARCH

York Barbican
yorkbarbican.co.uk

Disney On Ice Disney On Ice

Ice Ice Baby

Mickey, Minnie, and their Disney friends continue their 100 Years of Wonder and bring ice to Leeds’s First Direct Arena. So whether the kids want to set sail with Moana and Maui to save the island of Motunui, or bring back summer with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf, they can expect Disney magic in spades.
Disney On Ice
20TH–23RD MARCH

First Direct Arena, Leeds
firstdirectarena.com

Here Be Dragons

Dragons, by South Korean choreographer Eun-Me Ahn, is a celebration of dance, music – and dragons, bringing together modern and traditional dance styles from across Asia. Don’t miss this colourful production which introduces five young guest performers from Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia and Taiwan.
Dragons
21ST & 22ND MARCH

The Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
bradford2025.co.uk

We’re Back!

Yorkshire’s leading homes, gardens, shopping, food and lifestyle event returns to York Racecourse this spring. With stylish shopping, live demonstrations, talks and tastings, Living North LIVE brings you inspiring ideas for your home and garden, great gifts, delicious food and unique accessories that you won’t find anywhere else! We can’t wait to see you there!
Living North LIVE
21ST–23RD MARCH

York Racecourse
livingnorth.com

Hungry For More

Kids will love this critically-acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show with 75 puppets. Adapting four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle, it’s the perfect introduction to live theatre.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
23RD MARCH

Queen’s Hall Arts Centre, Hexham
queenshall.co.uk

Book It

Originally set up to help raise funds for the village primary school's outdoor learning area, The Little Felton Book Festival is now an annual event. This year, festival goers will meet inspiring authors including Northern favourites Lucy Roth, A.D Bergin, Kimberley Adams, Ellie White and Sue Reed.
The Little Felton Book Festival
27TH–29TH MARCH

Gallery 45, Felton
littlefeltonbookfestival.co.uk 

Let’s Do The Time Warp

Richard O’Brien’s legendary musical The Rocky Horror Show is coming to Darlington and while we’re sure you all know the story, you won’t want to miss this stage production which is filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity. Expect timeless classics including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic thrusting Time Warp.
The Rocky Horror Show
31ST MARCH–5TH APRIL

Darlington Hippodrome
darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk

Putting a Spell On You

Art and nature intertwine in this new exhibition at The Sill via stunning illustrations by Jackie Morris and poems by Robert Macfarlane. Visitors will also see original note- and sketchbooks and objects that inspired the works and there’ll be recorded readings of some of Robert’s poems played and shown in the gallery space. Don’t miss the children’s activities and events whilst you’re there too.
Spellbound: The Lost Words and The Lost Spells
UNTIL 6TH APRIL

The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre, Hexham
thesill.org.uk

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