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30th Jun

RARE Productions We Will Rock You

Alban Arena

We Will Rock You is a jukebox musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton. The musical tells the story of a group of Bohemians who struggle to restore the free exchange of thought and fashion, and live music in a distant future where everyone dresses, thinks and acts the same. Musical instruments and composers are forbidden, and rock music is all but unknown.

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3rd Jul

Rhythm Of The Dance

Alban Arena

This dance and music extravaganza contains a wealth of Irish talent, an exciting 2-hour trip through hundreds of years of Irish dance and music, 22 award-winning World & Irish dance champions with 25 dazzling costume changes. Experience flailing fiddles, flutes, and inspiring dances along with live vocalists, all complimented by a top live Irish trad band of multi-instrumentalist musicians and a sensational sound and light show as seen on TV from China to California, from Siberia to Sydney. Worldwide, toes […]

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4th Jul

Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny

Alban Arena

Jimmy’s brand new show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love. But they’re just jokes – they are not the terrible things. Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and safety at a rodeo. Not suitable for under 16s

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5th Jul

The Bootleg Beatles

Alban Arena

Now celebrating 40 years since their debut on the West End stage in ‘Beatlemania’, the world’s Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four’s journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed from their authentic period costumes and instruments, to their witty stage banter and mind bogglingly accurate vocal impersonation. With a little help from their own orchestral ensemble, and featuring a special […]

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6th Jul

Tim Vine is Plastic Elvis

Alban Arena

The total sell out at the Edinburgh festival is now on tour! Feel the electricity as Plastic Elvis hits the stage backed by his incredible five piece THE HIGH NOON BAND. He’ll shake, he’ll smoulder, he’ll try and control his hair and in the end he’ll break your heart. Sing along with some of the King’s greatest songs on a breathless night of rock’n’roll. With support from special guests John Archer as BIG BUDDY HOLLY and song writing legend DAVID […]

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8th Jul

Dr John Cooper Clarke – I Wanna Be Yours

Alban Arena

John Cooper Clarke shot to prominence in the 1970s as the original ‘people’s poet’. His unique poetry was put to music by producer Martin Hannett and a band of Mancunians The Invisible Girls. Seminal tracks such as Beasley St and Evidently Chickentown featured on the album Snap Crackle and Bop, one of 4 hit 70/80s album releases. JCC became one of the most prolific artists of the Punk years.

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9th Jul

Sound Of Springsteen

Alban Arena

THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN 2020 Following on from their very successful tours in 2019 THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN return for another triumphant tour in 2020 Formed in late 2017 from a passion for the work of ‘THE BOSS each member of this 8 piece band have their own unique abilities as performers and an undeniable love of the music. The band members as they are now, have impressive references, listing previous UK tours alongside recordings with big names in the […]

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16th Jul

Stella Mann College Release

Alban Arena

Stella Mann College is delighted to be back to The Alban Arena for the annual Summer Show. It will be an exciting, fast paced extravaganza of dance and musical theatre which is sure to be enjoyed by all. The performers are age 16 upwards. Come and join us for this wonderful celebration of the performing arts.

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21st Jul

Roy Orbison & The Traveling Wilburys Experience

Alban Arena

The Big O & the Wilburys show is back – bigger and better than ever! Come and celebrate with the band as they commemorate 30 YEARS since the Wilburys original album release and pay a special tribute to The Big O, who died later the same year. Roy Orbison and the Traveling Wilburys Experience will take you on a journey through the story of the Wilburys. With expert narrative and BIG SCREEN ACTION, this 30th Anniversary Special is unmissable. With […]

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23rd Jul

In The Night Garden

Alban Arena

In the Night Garden Live show is coming to The Alban Arena in 2022! Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and enchanting music. This show lasts just under an hour and your […]

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Latest News

June Bank Holiday Opening Times

24 May 2022

Please Note – Our Box Office opening times for the June Bank Holiday weekend are as follows: Thursday 2nd June: 16.30 – 20.00 Friday 3rd June: 16.30 – 20.00 Saturday 4th June: 10.00 – 16.30 Sunday 5th June: 16.30 – 20.00

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Staff Vacancies

7 April 2022

We are a vibrant and busy venue with a mixture of touring productions, films, exhibitions & local hires. We are looking for energetic & reliable staff who are team orientated, enjoy challenges & are available during day time & evenings all year around. We are looking to grow our team! Working across The Alban Arena, […]

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Zero Tolerance

3 March 2022

Please treat our staff with the same respect you would expect to receive.  Our staff have the right to be treated with dignity & respect without abusive language and threatening behaviour.  This behaviour will not be tolerated in person, over the phone or online and we will notify the police #BeKind

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Thursday 30 June 2022
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Wednesday 29 June 2022
This week, Thurs, Fri and Sat! RARE Productions We Will Rock You We Will Rock You is a jukebox musical based on the songs of British rock band Queen with a book by Ben Elton. Last few tickets remain https://t.co/HGVPTtdc6r https://t.co/4yet9DEYPz
Tuesday 28 June 2022
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Monday 27 June 2022