In a dramatic retelling of this great Romantic novel, young and unsuspecting governess Jane Eyre must fight to secure her freedom and identity in a world that condemns her for it.

Jane Eyre arrives in 1846 to take up the post of governess to Rochester's ward, Adele, at Thornfield Hall. Jane and Rochester fall in love but their happiness is jeopardized by the discovery of the terrible secret from Rochester's past. The action, contained in a single setting with one small inset scene, captures all the tension and drama that fans and newcomers alike could want from this great love story.

£10 Standard

£9 Concession

£7 Performing Arts Members

Feather Theatre Company are proud to partner with Framwellgate School's book drive. £1 from every ticket sold will be directly used to restock their library with stories and facts from all over the world.

This production will take place in the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

The performance will begin at 7.30pm and run for approximately two and a half hours with a short interval.

Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance is due to begin.

Aidans College Theatre will be taking you on a journey through six of your favourite musicals in our show 'An Act of Musicals'. This vibrant production is not one you'll want to miss.

Aidans College Theatre is proud to present 'An Act of Musicals'. Imagine six musicals colliding into one incredible performance of musical theatre. This production takes the biggest songs and moments from your favourite shows, and brings them together into a single, fast-paced performance. With seamless transitions, bold choreography, and iconic characters, it's like watching six different musicals all in one sitting. This is a full theatrical experience. You'll be taken from glittering stardom, to fairy-tale forests, to high-school chaos, to roaring parties, to magical lands and revolutionary barricades.

£7 Standard

£6 Concession

£5 Performing Arts Members

This event is taking place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 N Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

This performance begins at 7.30pm and lasts approximately 80 minutes. Doors will open 30 minutes before the show begins.

Durham University’s award-winning sketch comedy group are back with a brand new troupe and sparkly new material. Come for an evening of hilarious sketches, fast-paced jokes and, apparently, zoo-keeping.

Back from their Edinburgh Fringe run that saw them dubbed ‘Best Sketch Show’ of the festival the Durham Revue have returned to home turf with a completely brand new troupe and all new sketches! With nothing to do since Fringe, the troupe have decided to finally settle down and get real jobs. No, not in sketch comedy. They’ve all decided to take up zoo-keeping, obviously.

The group that brought you Nish Kumar, Ed Gamble, Liz Kingsman, Stevie Martin, Ambika Mod and many more are back with 100% new material in their new show ‘A Day at the Durham REZOO.’ Join the award-winning Durham Revue, for an hour of hilarious, cutting-edge sketches.

“It’s a phenomenal show by a ridiculously talented bunch” (EdFringeReview.com)

£8 Standard

£7 Concession

£6 Performing Arts Members

This show is taking place at Collingwood Arts Centre, Collingwood Collge, South Rd, DH1 3LT/

This event begins at 8pm and lasts for approximately 75 minutes without interval. Doors open 30 minutes before the show begins.

Chekov's gripping tragicomedy presents the human struggle between ambition and human connection; the desire for innovative creative success versus the comfort of tradition and family ties.

Set in a luxurious, but restrictive country manor, The Seagull follows a family of creatives and the tensions that build over each character's desire to be the best. At the centre of the play, Konstantin faces the ultimate struggle as he conflicts his overwhelming passion for writing with his obsessions with Nina, his love for his mother, and his jealousy of Trigorin.

£10 Standard

£9 Concession

£7 Performing Arts Members

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

The performance will begin at 7.30pm and last for approximately 150 minutes.

Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the performance.

During the Republic of China, three Peking University professors discuss the existence and meaning of the university after receiving three unexpected examination papers and a letter.

Universitas unfolds in Republican-era Peking University, where three professors embodied distinct intellectual ideals separately, convene to evaluate four unconventional entrance exam papers. As they debate the merits of eccentric, rebellious, or unorthodox candidates, the meeting transforms into a clash over education, freedom, and the role of scholars in a turbulent nation.

The professors’ arguments reveal personal convictions, generational tensions, and differing visions for China’s future. Through sharp dialogue and subtle humor, the play examines who deserves opportunity and what it means to “cultivate talent” during crisis. Ultimately, Universitas portrays education as both moral responsibility and fragile hope.

NB. The show will be performed in Chinese with live English subtitles.

Ticket revenue will be used solely to cover essential production costs.

£8 Standard

£7.50 Concession

£7 Performing Arts Members

This event is taking place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 N Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

The performances start at 7.30pm and last approximately 145 minutes with a short interval. Doors will open 30 minutes before the show begins.

Travelling salesman, Willy Loman, has spent his life in pursuit of the American Dream. Dissatisfied and disillusioned by life, Willy loses his grip on reality – haunted by memories and failed aspirations.

'Death of a Salesman' follows Willy Loman, an aging traveling salesman whose lifelong pursuit of the American Dream collapses under the weight of reality. Haunted by memories past, and failed aspirations, Willy clings to illusions of grandeur - at the expense of his declining career and family, particularly sons Biff and Happy, who struggle with their father's expectations. Biff’s failure to meet Willy’s dreams triggers Willy’s deeper retreat into memories and fantasies. Arthur Miller’s 20th century masterpiece exposes the tragic cost of delusion in a society which advertises false hope in exchange for compliance.

£10 Standard

£9 Concession

£7 Performing Arts Members

This event is taking place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

The performance will begin at 7.30pm and last for approximately 3 hours with interval. Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance begins.

The Classical acting showcase is an annual tradition where 8-10 actors perform classical monologues in a light competition.

The Classical Acting Showcase is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in developing their classical acting skills or try it for the first time. Actors work 1-on-1 with the directors to develop their pieces and perform in front of judges who are able to give constructive feedback to aid the actors development and give a light competitive nature to the competition.

£10 Standard

£9 Concession

£7 Performing Arts Members

This event is taking place at Collingwood Arts Centre, Collingwood College, South Rd, DH1 3LT.

The performance begins at 7.30pm and lasts for approximately 70 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show begins.

Inspired by the iconic Stephen King novel and its 1976 film adaptation, CARRIE: THE MUSICAL tells the tale of awkward teenager Carrie White navigating the difficulties of high school and her relationship with her religiously fanatic mother. When Carrie is humiliated at prom, she unleashes her telekinetic powers in vengeance that will throw her life into chaos.

£10 Standard

£9 Concession

£8 Performing Arts Members

This event is taking place at the Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre, 40 North Bailey, Durham, DH1 3ET.

The performances begin at 7.30pm and last for 2 hours with an interval. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance begins.

Summer 1916. Edward's shoulder injury sends him home to fiancee Eleanor for convalescence, where he becomes unnerved not only by shell-shock, but also his feelings towards the estate's new farmhand.

Summer 1916. Edward returns home from France with a shrapnel injury to his shoulder and is welcomed by his devoted fiancée, Eleanor. Yet the peaceful convalescence he longs for is unsettled not only by shell-shock, but also a new presence on the estate - one that awakens emotions he thought he buried in the trenches. ‘Lavender’ explores themes of trauma, acceptance, and navigating the balance between duty and desire.

£5 Standard

£4.50 Concession

£4 Performing Arts Member

This event is taking place at the Dowrick Suite, Trevelyan College, Elvet Hill Rd, Durham, DH1 3LN.

Performances begin at 7.30pm and last for approximately an hour without interval. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance begins.