When Thanyia Moore and Clara Batten met on a trip to Nepal, they didn’t expect it to lead to a comedy partnership - mostly because they were too busy laughing, hiking, and wondering what on earth they were doing there. On paper, they shouldn’t work: one’s got a Husband and Hydrangeas, the others got Hinge. But somewhere between mountain air and misadventure, a friendship was born - and it’s funnier than either of them expected.Now, Thanyia and Clara bring their brand-new comedy show to the West End: a sharp, honest, and outrageously funny celebration of connection, contrast, and the kind of chemistry you just can’t fake. It’s a joyful mix of stand-up, storytelling, and real-life ridiculousness. Expect tales that climb higher than the Himalayas, laughs that hit harder than jet lag, and two women proving that friendship really does bridge every divide. Two voices. Two worlds. One unforgettable night of laughter, warmth, and chaos in perfect balance.

The Sound of Music is a joyous and heart-warming musical set in Austria on the eve of World War II.It follows the story of a young novice nun Maria, whose free spirit has trouble fitting in with the regulations of the convent. She leaves to be a governess to seven motherless children, while contemplating whether to commit to life as a nun. Maria transforms the von Trapp family home from a place of strict rules to one filled with joy, laughter, and music. In the process, she falls in love with the children, capturing their hearts and finding herself drawn to their widower father, Captain von Trapp.With the blessing of the Mother Abbess and to the children’s delight, Maria follows her heart and marries the Captain. Returning home from their honeymoon, they learn that their beloved Austria is under Nazi control, and the Captain has been summoned to serve in the Third Reich’s navy.Determined to escape the dangerous situation, they resolve to leave Austria. After narrowly evading pursuit by Nazi officers, they embark on a treacherous journey with the children over the mountains to reach safety in Switzerland.This wonderful musical features infectious songs by Rodgers & Hammerstein, including Maria, My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Sixteen Going On Seventeen, The Lonely Goatherd, So Long, Farewell, Edelweiss and Climb Ev’ry Mountain.

Join The Theatrical Guild for a rare and intimate afternoon with one of the UK’s most exciting musical theatre talents—Charlie Stemp. This exclusive, one-off event will be hosted by acclaimed Musical Theatre Actress Liz Robertson, with the conversation led by celebrated Theatre Director Rachel Kavanaugh, who directed Charlie in the 2016 production of “Half a Sixpence”. Together, they’ll explore his remarkable journey from rising star - to West End and Broadway sensation. Charlie Stemp is an award-winning performer whose credits include: Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors (Menier Chocolate Factory), Kiss Me, Kate (Barbican), Crazy for You (Gillian Lynne), Hello, Dolly! (Shubert Theater, NYC), Mary Poppins (Prince Edward Theatre), Half a Sixpence (Chichester & Noël Coward), Wicked (Apollo Victoria), Mamma Mia! (International Tour), and Robin Hood, Snow White, and Pantoland (London Palladium)…….to name just a few. Expect candid reflections, personal anecdotes, and insights into the craft of a true "song and dance man." From breakthrough moments to backstage stories, Charlie will offer a heartfelt look at the challenges and triumphs connected with his life in the theatre. So, don’t miss this special opportunity to hear from one of theatre’s brightest stars—while giving back to the community that supports the magic on stage. All proceeds from the event will support The Theatrical Guild’s vital work, in providing crisis support to Backstage and Front-of-House professionals across the UK theatre industry.

There’s no “I” in Theatre. TheatreSports™ is a high-octane improv showdown, fuelled by spontaneous scene challenges, team spirit, and the rising heat a live audience brings to the game. Created in the 1970s by Keith Johnstone with Loose Moose Theatre Co., TheatreSports™ took the world by storm in the ’80s and ’90s. Light entertainment be damned! This is true competition that pushes improvisers to take risks, thrilling audiences with the unpredictability of scenes and scores. Win some, lose some — one thing’s for sure: when the spirit is right in this game, failure becomes its own reward.Each show features a few matches, each with its own rules and surprises. In a match, two teams face off across a series of high-stakes rounds. They take turns setting challenges — say, “do a scene with a lie” — but must always meet their own challenge first, before their opponents take it on. That means we’ll always see two creative takes on the same challenge, with scenes sparked by audience suggestions. There’s always a winner (and a loser) in every round. But how the teams adapt to their score over the course of a show? That’s the unpredictable magic of TheatreSports™. DIRECTED & HOSTED BY Darren YorkeTICKETS €18 | €16RUNNING TIME 2 hrs incl. 15 min intervalABOUT THE COMPANYGrand Stretch has been on the scene since 2017. Led by Darren Yorke, who spent a few formative years with Vancouver TheatreSports™ and went on to work with Keith Johnstone, the company was established as Ireland’s leading member of the International TheatreSports™ Institute. Founded in Keith’s Impro approach and striving to get TheatreSports™ going at home, Darren set out on a mission to level the playing field, make things happen, and raise the game with game-based workshops for team players of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

JORVIK is an interactive, immersive Viking play inspired by the Viking sagas and the great tradition of communal storytelling set in the aftermath of the conquest of Eoforwic (York) and its rebirth as the legendary city; Jorvik.Like the skalds of old shaped the sagas of today - Jorvik is an exciting piece of new writing that honours that great tradition!Expect celebration, song, combat, larger than life characters and plenty of toasting!

Adrian Lukis, who famously starred as Mr Wickham in the beloved BBC TV Pride and Prejudice adaptation, returns to the charmingly roguish role amid Jane Austen's 250th birthday celebrations, in his acclaimed self-written play, Being Mr Wickham. Join George Wickham on the eve of his sixtieth birthday to lift the sheets on some very famous literary events. What really happened with Darcy? What did he feel about Lizzie? What happened at Waterloo? Not to mention Byron…

Written and directed by Barrie HunterAssociate direction by Chris Stuart WilsonMusical direction by Alan PenmanDesign by Becky MintoGerda and McKay are the bestest pals in the whole wide world (well certainly in the village of Upper Doonachan!), and spend their days climbing trees, splashing about in the burn, and clambering up Ben Doon! Every day seems like the summer holidays to them! Nothing and no-one could ever ruin their friendship... surely?But what's this? The wind has shifted, and there's an icy blast coming down the glen. Old Grannie Frannie McMannie doesn't like it one bit (she'll need to put the heating on noo!) It reminds her of a scary story from long, long ago about an evil, dangerous and cold-hearted woman who lives in an ice palace in the far, far north... The Snow Queen! Nobody is safe from her vindictive ways, especially the young, fun-loving villagers of Upper Doonachan!And now that young McKay seems to have disappeared into thin air, Gerda needs to find him, and old Grannie Frannie McMannie definitely needs to put her thermals on - she's pure freezin'! The adventure begins, as Gerda sets off on her quest to find McKay, and meets comical crows, gormless gardeners, a talking reindeer and a whole host of other unlikely types along the way, singing, dancing and even chucking sweeties out as they travel north to the icy realm of... The Snow Queen!Join Grannie Frannie, Gerda, McKay and all their friends (and foes!) in Perth Theatre's The Snow Queen, their 'coolest’ panto yet, from the team that brought you Mother Goose, Aladdin, Jack & The Beanstalk and Cinderella!

Come join this comedy duo for the Work-In-Progress of their new show Ratmegeddon. When these flatmates' TV starts talking to them, they are plunged into another world, forced to reckon with a city overrun with rats and a sweet kid who wants to live out his dreams.A riotous blend of sketch, clown, music and character comedy that pulls the audience into its absurd, apocalyptic world.Watch as they build an immersive theatrical world where the audience becomes gloriously complicit in the madness. Fresh from Soho Theatre’s Character Comedy Lab and the Edinburgh Free Fringe, RatBag storm into The Hope Theatre - come be complicit in the chaos.Running time: Approximately 60 minutesUNDER 18s ARE NOT PERMITTED INTO THE THEATRE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE. Refunds and exchanges are not available.

How do you know when you’re meeting the most important person in your life?Hannah Allen is spiky. Prickly. Cactus-like. She would get a dog, but she’s just given up her worldly goods in the name of adventure. Hannah Bee likes cats and true crime: suspicious. She’s been trying to keep the downstairs neighbour out of her business. Not easy. But when Hannah Bee accidentally opens a letter meant for Hannah Allen, a probability-defying friendship sparks.With international backgrounds traversing the UK, US, and Aotearoa (NZ), Kayla Feldman and Lexi Clare draw from their experience in spoken word poetry and developing new musicals to create My Name Is Hannah: a curious story of friendship that explores how we form our sense of self in relation to others, the erosion of the natural world, and how we trust that anything in life will last.This rehearsed reading is directed by Alice Fitzgerald and performed by Amanda Shodeko and Hannah May Jessop.“Kayla [Feldman] makes it impossible for you not to laugh, and/or cry with them.” - Desree (poet and playwright)“[Lexi Clare is] a force to be reckoned with and a welcome arrival on the British theatre scene." - BritishTheatre.comLATECOMERS MAY NOT BE ADMITTED.UNDER 18s ARE NOT PERMITTED INTO THE THEATRE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE.The performance lasts approximately 60 minutes without an interval.Refunds and exchanges are not available.

Gag Reflex in association with A Rush of Laughter presents Ignacio Lopez: Nada.Star of Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, QI, Richard Osman's House of Games & Comedy Central Live; Ignacio Lopez returns with perhaps his most ambitious and pretentious project yet. Nada is the captivating comedy experiment which sees Spain’s Best Export create a brand new, completely unique and blisteringly funny stand up show right in front of your eyes, from absolutely nothing! Mining his hilarious upbringing, growing up in Mallorca and South Wales, as well as suggestions from the crowd, and everything he’s learnt performing comedy since 2010, Ignacio crafts an intricate story of mystery and suspense packed with sarcasm, silliness and huge laughs.

Multi-award winning ‘comic genius’ (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis is going on his first full national stand-up tour. Following his three big award wins at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, Phil, the very definition of funny bones, presents his brand-new show ‘Bath Mat’

For all who ride outside the city limits of convention.Mary, always late and always married, meets Red, a lady cowboy strumming songs outside Pittsburgh city limits. With Red, Mary tastes a freedom she’s never had, and begins a search for the recipe. Meanwhile, her husband, Crick, buys abstract paintings with borrowed money. Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-nominated author Sarah Ruhl's Late, a Cowboy Song, straddles themes of nonconformity, self-realisation, and daring to chase happiness.