Durham Opera Ensemble presents Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe, a witty and whimsical operetta combining political satire with fairy magic, great music, and unforgettable characters.

Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe, presented by Durham Opera Ensemble, is a sparkling blend of political satire, romance, and fairy magic. Strephon, a half-fairy shepherd, loves Phyllis, a Ward of Court sought in marriage by the entire House of Lords. When a misunderstanding involving Strephon’s fairy mother, Iolanthe, causes Phyllis to renounce him, chaos ensues. The fairies retaliate by sending Strephon to Parliament, where their magic turns the British political system upside down.

With whimsical fairies, lovesick politicians, and sharp satire on privilege and power, plus a fantastic score, Iolanthe is a must-see!

£12.50 Standard

£9.50 Concession

£7.50 Durham Student Theatre Member

This production takes place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, Durham, DH1 3ET.

Performances begin at 2.30 or 7.30pm and last approximately 160 minutes with a 15 minute interval. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the performance.

Set in the Southern multicultural haven of New Orleans, Tennessee Williams' era defining commentary on the divided cultural American psyche, tackling the complexities of love, power, and class.

Winner of the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and understood as one 20th century's greatest plays, 'A Streetcar Named Desire' is not to be missed. Tennessee Williams explores the lives of Stella and Stanley Kowalski in their shabby apartment in Elysium Fields, set in the Southern multicultural haven of New Orleans. In a commentary on the divided cultural American psyche, their world is brought to a head by the arrival of Blanche DuBois.

Content Warnings: Physical and sexual violence / rape / racism

£7.50 Standard

£7 Concessions

£6.50 Durham Student Theatre Members

This production is taking place at the Mark Hillery Arts Centre, Collingwood College, South Road, DH1 3LT.

This performance will start at 7.30pm and run for 150 minutes with a 15 minute interval. Doors will open 30 minutes before the start time.

Enjoy a dazzling night of live jazz performances, in aid of St Cuthbert's Hospice, from a stellar lineup including Durham University's Big Band and Jazz Orchestra!

Jazz Society's annual charity ball unites Durham's jazz community for a night of music and giving. Proceeds from tickets and a raffle will go to St Cuthbert's Hospice, a local charity which provides free care and support to people with life-limiting illnesses, people approaching the end of life and people that are bereaved. Following a delicious three course meal, guests will enjoy entertainment from a variety of the university's finest jazz musicians. Whether you prefer bop to Buddy Rich or simply delight in Duke Ellington, don't miss this chance to jazz up your term for a great cause!

Members Dining £37.50

This event is taking place at The Royal County Hotel Old Elvet, Durham, England, United Kingdom, DH1 3JN.

Dining guests to arrive at 6.30pm, and ents-only may arrive from 8.30pm. All guests must have departed the venue by midnight.

Enjoy a dazzling night of live jazz performances, in aid of St Cuthbert's Hospice, from a stellar lineup including Durham University's Big Band and Jazz Orchestra!

Jazz Society's annual charity ball unites Durham's jazz community for a night of music and giving. Proceeds from tickets and a raffle will go to St Cuthbert's Hospice, a local charity which provides free care and support to people with life-limiting illnesses, people approaching the end of life and people that are bereaved. Following a delicious three course meal, guests will enjoy entertainment from a variety of the university's finest jazz musicians. Whether you prefer bop to Buddy Rich or simply delight in Duke Ellington, don't miss this chance to jazz up your term for a great cause!

£45 Dining Ticket

This event is taking place at The Royal County Hotel,  Old Elvet, Durham, England, United Kingdom, DH1 3JN.

This event will begin at 6.30pm for dining guests. Entertainment-only ticket holders may arrive from 8.30pm. All guests must depart the venue by midnight.

Durham University’s Barbershop Choir, Full Score, invite you to ‘Livin' la Vida Boater!’ their Epiphany term concert. They will be singing Disney classics, heart-wrenching ballads, nostalgic melodies, and Barbershop favourites.

On Monday 3rd March Durham University’s Barbershop Choir, Full Score, invite you to ‘Livin' la Vida Boater!’ their Epiphany term concert in Durham Castle! Following their fantastic set at the Gala Theatre, Full Score will be singing a sparkling new set of Disney classics, heart-wrenching ballads, nostalgic melodies, and Barbershop favourites. Singing in both full chorus and quartets, don’t miss the show that’ll have you hat over heels!

£8 Standard

£7 Concession

£6 Durham Student Music Members

This event takes place in the Great Hall, The Castle, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RW.

The performance will begin at 8.45pm and last until 9.30pm without interval. Doors will open 15 minutes before the concert begins.

Fourthwall and Rocket Theatre are thrilled to announce their double bill showcase of Sick Dog (Fourthwall) and I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS (Rocket Theatre), written by Maariya Khalid and Horatio Holloway respectively.

Sick Dog follows Winnie, who is dying - despondent, miserable and fed up. Although she has isolated herself from her friends and family, she is not quite alone. Eliza is the new top-model AI companion-carer, who looks after Winnie in her sickness.This play is an exploration of what it means to connect, and as Eliza begins to develop feelings for Winnie, asks whether human relationships can be simulated by AI.

I CANT STOP THE LONELINESS follows Isao Takahata, a Japanese salary man and Henry Curtis; an up-and-coming British consultant, bridled with an addiction to self-harm that’s putting his life at risk. After a shocking incident traps the two of them in a Karaoke room, confusions emerge and secrets slip to the popping tunes of 1980s Tokyo.

£6 Standard

£5 Concessions

This performance is taking place at the City Theatre, Fowler's Yard, 6 Back Silver Street, Durham, DH1 3RA.

The show will begin at 7.30pm and last until approximately 9.45pm with a short interval.

Set sail with The Little Mermaid, following Ariel as she explores her dreams and the challenges of the sea. This production promises unforgettable moments and a magical experience for all.

Hilde Bede Theatre makes their Assembly Rooms musical debut with Disney's "The Little Mermaid", an aquatic adventure that you won't want to miss! Follow Ariel as she tackles the challenges of the sea and following her dreams, in magical experience that will be enjoyable for everyone!

£8 Standard

£7 Concession

£6.50 Durham Student Theatre Members

This performance takes place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

This production starts at 7.30pm and lasts until 10pm with a 15 minute interval.

Foot Notes and DUBB present their first ever collaboration concert featuring highlights from both groups’ 2024/25 sets, and collaborative numbers ranging from Gene Puerling to Ēriks Ešenvalds.

Off the back of a successful first term, described as ‘vibrant and accomplished’ in audience reviews, Foot Notes are thrilled to return to the Durham stage alongside DUBB with a diverse range of repertoire: from the music of Anaїs Mitchell in Hadestown, to the likes of Alexander L’Estrange and Eleanor Daley.

DUBB are excited to collaborate with Foot Notes on a concert with highlights from their 2024/25 set: Unspoken Voices. They are proud to present a programme of underrepresented composers in a unique contemporary set, including the music of Nikki Iles, Maria Schneider, and a big band arrangement of Ēriks Ešenvalds’ “Only In Sleep”.

£10 Standard

£8 Concession

£6 Durham Student Music Member

This concert is taking place at Elvet Methodist Church, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HL.

Doors will open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. The concert will last until 9.30pm with a short interval.

A collection of reflective, sacred choral music for the time of Lent. Intertwined with early keyboard and lute pieces.

The Dunelm Consort and Players present an evening of poignant and reflective Renaissance choral and instrumental music. With choral works ranging from the ethereal Allegri Miserere to the hauntingly beautiful Hear my prayer by Purcell, this programme promises to transport listeners from Italy to England through music ranging from chant to polyphony. Intertwining these emotive choral works with solo instrumental pieces invites a contemplative mood, offering the perfect introspective evening in keeping with the Lenten time of year.

£10 Standard

£7 Concession

£5 Durham Student Theatre Members

This performance is taking place at St Oswald's Church, Church Street, Durham, DH1 3DQ.

The performance will begin at 7.30pm and last until approximately 9pm with a short interval. Doors open 30 minutes before the start of the show.