Today (March 27) is World Theatre Day, an annual celebration which serves as a global reminder of the importance of theatre as an art form.
To mark the occasion, we have collated 13 of the very best shows heading to our local theatres for you below.
From side splitting musicals to tear jerking plays and even some raunchy numbers, a whole host of shows are heading to Lancashire in the next year.
So take a look at the shows below, including venue and date details as well as a show description.
7. Grease The Musical
This exciting new co-production captures the idealism of the 1950s and its rock ‘n’ roll rebellion with plenty of iconic songs, high-energy dance routines and cool costumes along the way. | 📍 Blackpool Grand Theatre, June 4- 14 2025 | submit
8. Calamity Jane
The wild west meets the stage in this classic musical featuring timeless hits like Secret Love and starring Carrie Hope Fletcher. | 📍 Blackpool Opera House, June 24-28 2025 | Provided
9. Fireman Sam Live! The Great Camping Adventure
A spectacular new live show for all the family about one of our best loved characters. | 📍 Lancaster Grand Theatre, June 28 2025. | Show poster
10. The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Step through the wardrobe into the enchanted kingdom of Narnia with Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain. | 📍 Blackpool Opera House, July 29- August 2 2025. | submit Photo: Theatre Royal Brighton
11. The Bodyguard
An award-winning smash hit musical based on the 1992 Oscar nominated movie starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner | 📍 Blackpool Opera House, October 1- October 4 2025 | submit
12. The RSC's Hamlet
An epic family drama of deceit and murder which is perhaps Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy| 📍 Blackpool Grand Theatre March 24-28 2026 | submit