Take a look at what’s going on in York this week.
Theatre favourite Blood Brothers is coming to the Grand Opera House, comedy legend Greg Davies is at York Barbican, the Folk Hall celebrates the Oscars with a special screening event, and Pick Me Up Theatre presents the acclaimed play The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
See our full guide below!
What’s on in York this week: Sunday 30 March – Friday 4 April
All week
Blood Brothers
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
- Grand Opera House York, Cumberland Street, York YO1 9SW
- Tue 1 – Sat 5 Apr
- 7:30pm (2:30pm matinees)
- More info
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Pick Me Up Theatre present the acclaimed stage adaptation of the modern classic novel. Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain. He is exceptional at maths, while everyday life presents some barriers. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbour’s dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world.
- Theatre@41, 41 Monkgate, York, YO31 7PB
- Tue 1 – Sat 5 Apr
- 7:30pm (2:30pm matinees)
- More info
Greg Davies – Full Fat Legend
Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Legend. Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, this is Greg’s biggest live tour yet.
- York Barbican, Paragon St, York, YO10 4AH
- Wed 2 – Sat 5 Apr
- 7:30pm
- More info
Monday
Some Voices: Presents Duel Of The Decades!
Prepare to travel through time as we spin the decks across the decades to the present day…Buckle up for a choral clash of the classics and a battle of the ballads with hits from Beyonce, Radiohead, Chappell Roan and more. Join us where the past meets the present, and the future sounds fantastic! Expect high-energy harmonies, all in Some Voices signature style.
- The Crescent York, 8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
- Mon 31 Mar
- 7:30pm
- More info
Thursday
Jamali Maddix
Critically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour show: Aston. Expect Jamali’s trademark brutally honest and unflinching perspectives on the world at large. His last tours have sold-out shows across the globe, playing the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.
- The Crescent York, 8 The Crescent, York, YO24 1AW
- Thu 3 Apr
- 7:30pm
- More info
Hannay Stands Fast
Hannay Stands Fast sees our dashing hero, Richard Hannay, back in the fray on a mission to thwart a new and deadly threat to his beloved England. Engaged on this top-secret case by MI5, Hannay makes his way down to Cornwall to infiltrate a secretive organisation and learn their dastardly plans. Can he save the day to keep the nation safe for another day?
Like its predecessor The 39 Steps, Hannay Stands Fast is taken on by four actors playing dozens of characters – 53 to be precise! – set in various locations created through quick and innovative uses of trunks, crates, suitcases, ladders, you name it!
A rip-roaring comedy for the whole family to enjoy, this is another of John Buchan’s classic Hannay stories, re-told for the stage through laughs, daring-do and utter chaos!
- Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Road, York, YO31 8TA
- Thu 3 – Fri 4 Apr
- 7:30pm
- More info
Friday
The Oscars @ Film at The Folk Hall
Join us for an evening at The Oscars! A screening of an Oscars nominated THE WILD ROBOT, complete with a red carpet photoshoot and a quiz.
- New Earswick Folk Hall, York, YO32 4AQ
- Fri 4 Apr
- 7pm
- More info