York Theatre Tickets | Shows & What's On

One of England’s most historic cities, York was founded by the Ancient Romans, and has various buildings of interest, including York Castle Museum and Jorvik Viking Centre. Those hunting for entertainment in York will find it to be a rich cultural city, particularly when it comes to theatre. The famous York Mystery plays used to be put on every year in public wagons around the city, and were revived in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain. A young Judi Dench even starred in York Mystery performances for three years. One of the most significant venues is the Grand Opera House, which houses touring musicals, plays and entertainment from across the UK.

Sister Act

When disco diva Deloris witnesses a murder, she is bundled into witness protection… as a nun! Anyone who loves the Whoopi Goldberg film will find this story even more fabulous, baby on stage, with comedy, heart and roof-raising songs by Academy Award winner Alan Menken. This divine musical comedy is the perfect show to raise your spirits and get you boogying, and one of the most enjoyable York theatre shows this year.

Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch

The smash hit parody musical straight from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Unfortunate, is the story of the villain from Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Ursula’s story is told with hilarious adult humour through an original soundtrack. RuPaul’s Drag Race star, River Medway, plays Ariel in this thrilling tale. Suitable for ages 16 and upwards, don't miss this brand-new musical at York’s Grand Opera House.