Big beats, big hair and big fun are all promised when Rapunzel comes to Storyhouse this Christmas – and today the full cast for the enchanting festive production can also be revealed. Charlie Mae McKevitt plays Rapunzel. And she will […]
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The cast has been announced for a powerful new stage adaptation of Charlotte Brontë’s classic Jane Eyre which comes to Storyhouse this autumn. And exclusive new photographs from the rehearsal room can also be revealed. The role of Jane will […]
Bill Kenwright’s award-winning production of international smash hit musical Blood Brothers comes to Storyhouse next month as part of a major UK tour. The legendary tale of nature verses nurture visits the Chester cultural venue from Tuesday 13 October – Saturday 17 […]
A heartwarming and award-winning physical comedy which explores how people who may feel like outcasts in society can find love and happiness is set to visit Storyhouse this autumn as part of a UK tour. A Brief Case of Crazy will […]
A hilarious and heartfelt musical based on author Dav Pilkey’s worldwide bestselling book series featuring canine crimefighter Dog Man comes to Chester next spring. Dog Man: The Musical will enchant and entertain Storyhouse audiences from Friday 21 – Sunday 23 February 2027 as […]
A brilliant new indie musical full of heart, humour and hope is set to visit Storyhouse this autumn as part of a world premiere UK tour. Acclaimed playwright Siân Owen’s How Soon is Now? comes to the award-winning Chester cultural venue on Tuesday 6 […]
Fallen Angels Dance Theatre’s unforgettable production Holding Light celebrates the power of human resilience over adversity - and it is coming to Liverpool and Chester this autumn following a sold out premiere at the Royal Opera House. Eight local community dancers from Liverpool, Chester […]
Families are in for a historical treat when Horrible Histories Live on Stage arrives in Chester this autumn with Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians. The two fun-packed shows come to Storyhouse from Thursday 22 to Sunday 25 October 2026. Tickets cost from £25.35 […]
Olivier Award-nominated West End and international smash hit musical The Choir of Man comes to Chester this month as part of its inaugural UK tour. The exhilarating live show is set to rock Storyhouse from Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 August 2026. Tickets […]
“…outstanding performances, immaculate staging… a story with real heart at its centre…” Let The Sun Shine! by Helen Redcliffe, Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, Chester By Melissa Molloy I’ve seen a few shows at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre over […]
“…packed with music, laughter and energy…” Outlaws: A Robin Hood Story by Kieran Lynn, Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, Chester By Abi Kelly There’s something completely magical about spending a summer evening in Grosvenor Park. Storyhouse’s Outlaws: A Robin Hood […]
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time comes to Storyhouse next spring – and lead casting has now been announced for the smash hit murder mystery. Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden will head a talented cast in the multi-award-winning stage […]
Outlaws: A Robin Hood Story has launched the Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre performance programme in spectacular swashbuckling style. And today can be revealed the first look at the rip-roaring production which entertained Chester audiences during its opening weekend. The […]
Peppa Pig Live is back in a brand new ‘oinktastic’ stage show which comes to Chester next month as part of a national tour. Peppa Pig’s Big Family Adventure visits Storyhouse on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July 2026 and marks the first […]
The countdown is on with Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre opening its doors this weekend – and today can be revealed exclusive photographs from the rehearsal room where cast members are bringing two of its unmissable new shows to life. […]
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