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A frozen heart melted by the power of friendship!When young Kai is whisked away to the icy realm of the mysterious Snow Queen, his best friend Gerda sets out on a daring adventure to rescue him.On her journey through enchanted forests, frozen landscapes, and strange lands, Gerda meets unusual characters and faces daunting challenges. Where she discovers that the true power to overcome darkness lies in bravery, friendship, and the warmth of the human heart.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/christmas-show-2025
Meet recovering addict Frankie, played by renowned political comedian Mark Thomas.Frankie’s just been sentenced to three and a half years in jail for dealing drugs. When he gets there, none of his fellow convicts are what they seem. And with his typewriter, his activist soul, and his sore lack of a right hook, he somehow finds his way into their troubled hearts, and they into his. In the unlikeliest of places, he discovers that the revolution is not dead. It’s just sleeping. A brand new play from the writer of the Fringe First winning England & Son and A Political History of Smack & Crack, Ed Edwards reunites with Mark Thomas to tell a tale of freedom, revolution and messy love. Directed by Paines Plough's Joint Artistic Director, Charlotte Bennett. dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/ordinary-decent-criminal
Age guidance: 16+ guideline Content warnings: Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes, scenes of violence, strong language/swearing, flashing lights, references to drug use and sexual references.
The Book of Darkness & Light return with their ghostly adaption of this festive classic. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a supernatural journey into the past, present and yet-to-come. The atmosphere of Victorian London is brought to life and the spirits of Christmas return from the dead – all through the spellbinding art of storytelling in this thrilling solo show.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/a-christmas-carol
A cozy Christmas celebration of live music and the spoken word!Join Helen Longworth and Peter Rylands for an evening of festive cheer this Christmas as the pair perform a selection of Christmas songs and share some spoken word. This is the perfect evening for anyone who enjoys a relaxed and cozy atmosphere.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/seasons-greetings
Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to Sarah, but he doesn't get it right straight away! With the help of his cheeky Elf, he finally settles on something ‘perfect', just in time for Christmas Eve.From the author of the well-loved children's book Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell, comes Dear Santa and it's LIVE! This show is an ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over. The Christmas cheer continues, with the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto after the show, where every child will receive an extra special gift!Sure, to be one Christmas present children and parents alike will never forget. The perfect family show that will be enjoyed by all this Festive Season.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/dear-santa
A kidney stone. A stray cat. An eye-themed fetish. Bridget Christie hits the road again with a brand new show. Creator and star of Channel 4’s The Change. Taskmaster S13 legend. Annie in BBC’s Ghosts. “One of the brightest and best around.” The Independent
Age guidance: 14+
H.G. Wells’s classic novel retold byimitating the dogSupported by Lancaster Arts Cast, DoncasterFour performers enter the stage and construct an epic road movie before our eyes. In the wake of an apocalyptic alien invasion, lines of Brits scrabble to flee across the channel while their cities lie in ruins. Using miniature environments and projection,“multimedia daredevils” (The Times) imitating the dog create a thrilling, timely retelling of H.G. Wells’s classic novel, pushing their inventive storytelling to new heights.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/war-of-the-worlds
Age Guidance: 14+SHOW WARNINGS:Flashing imagery and lighting effects Loud noises on occasion, including sudden bangs and gunshotsSmoke effectsScenes featuring moments, descriptions and images of violenceStrong languageThemes of racism and anti-immigration
Kathryn Williams is a British, Mercury music prize-nominated singer-songwriter. With 17 albums under her belt in the last 27 years, her last solo album, Night Drives debuted at no.2 in the official folk album charts, while her last album, a collaboration with Withered hand titled Willson Williams was nominated for the SAY and AMA awards. Label One Little Independent celebrated her career (thus far) with a 20-CD and 2-book box set, Anthology, strewn with her artwork.Her novel The Ormering Tide debuted to critical acclaim, and she also hosts her own popular podcast, Before the Light Goes Out, which appeared in the Top Ten best music podcasts by the Guardian. Kathryn tutors at the Arvon and Moniack Mhor Foundations, and writes with many diverse artists around the world including Paul Weller, Chris Difford, Ed Harcourt, Beth Nielsen Chapman, and Michele Stodart. She is the only female included in the Top Ten list of Greatest Liverpool songwriters of all time.Her current album, MYSTERY PARK will be released this Autumn which this tour will showcase alongside the brilliant guitarist and singer-songwriter Matt Deighton.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/kathryn-williams-mystery-park-tour
AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult
From the creative team behind ‘Blithe Spirit’ and ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ comes HER Productions next classical takeover: Coward’s PRIVATE LIVES.Embracing Coward’s trademark banter and elegance, HER’s production peels back the frothy surface, laying bare the complex power dynamics of love and gender. Expect biting repartee, champagne-fuelled chaos, and a deliciously dangerous game of love and lust. dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/private-lives
AGE GUIDANCE: 14+CONTENT WARNINGS: Violence, strong language, themes of domestic abuse
Adapted by Nick Lane from the work of Sir Arthur Conan DoyleLondon, 1901. As the British Empire wages war in the name of a Queen whose health is failing, a series of mysterious events reveals a crack in the high corridors of power. A crack that threatens to destabilise monarchy, government and Empire. And at its centre, controlling the flow of information and influence, a shadowy figure plans a final deadly move.
Age reccomendation: 11+
Jess can feel herself becoming an emotional wildebeest right when her world (and the whole world, thanks) demands cool, collected saint-like kindness and understanding. S**t. Witness her effort to become a brand new, mythical, mystical ‘coper.’ OR NOT. The silliest of comedy for the scariest of days from Edinburgh Best Show Award Nominee. As seen and heard on QI, Live at the Apollo, Richard Osman’s House of Games, The Guilty Feminist, and Gladiators fan-podcast Contender Ready.dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/jessica-fostekew-iconic-breath
Age Guidance: 14+ (Strong Language)
GETTING HERE BY CARFrom the South: Leave the M6 motorway at junction 33 and take the A6 to Lancaster. Follow directions to the city centre and on joining the one way system, keep in the right-hand lane. You will see brown information signs for ‘Dukes Playhouse’. From the North: Leave the M6 motorway at junction 34 and follow signs to Lancaster. On joining the one way system, keep in the left-hand lane and you will see brown information signs for ‘Dukes Playhouse’.GETTING HERE BY BUSArriving at Lancaster bus station, head out of the main road entrance and turn right towards the Bobbin pub. Just before the pub turn right up Chapel Street and carry straight on until you reach the pedestrian crossing. At Stonewell cross the road onto Moor Lane. The Dukes is approximately 50 metres up the road on the left.GETTING HERE BY TRAINFrom the main ticket office turn right. At the gates turn left onto Meeting House Lane. Proceed down the hill to the traffic lights. Cross the road onto the pedestrianised area through the town centre until you reach St Nicholas Arcade. Turn left as you reach St Nicholas Arcade and then right onto Church Street. At Stonewell cross the road onto Moor Lane. The Dukes is approximately 50 yards on the left hand side.
There is some on street parking available around the Dukes and many car parks are within walking distance. Two short stay car parks can be found if you turn right just past the Dukes.
Tuesday - Sunday: from 11am
For detailed access information please visit the theatre's access page: dukeslancaster.org/your-visit/accessibility
The Dukes is the only producing theatre in the Lancashire area and is the oldest cinema in Lancaster, operating since 1971.Since opening our doors, The Dukes has been committed to putting arts and culture at the heart of the Lancaster City Region. We are dedicated to a diverse and high quality programme, telling stories that are relevant, fun, heartwarming and electrifying. In 1987, The Dukes broke new ground with our first-ever Play in the Park, A Midsummer Nights Dream. Since then,. more than 500,000 people have attended The Dukes promenade plays, making them the biggest walkabout theatre event in the UK. The Dukes is a registered charity.
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