What's on at Blackpool Grand Theatre this May

With so much coming up at Blackpool Grand Theatre, be sure to check out this handy list of all the fantastic shows coming up this month.

Heritage Tour & Afternoon Tea - Friday 2 May at 11.30am.

Enjoy an afternoon of elegance immersed in the rich history of this iconic venue. Be guided through the stunning Grade II* listed building by knowledgeable Heritage Guides to discover the fascinating stories, hidden gems, and architectural marvels of this historic masterpiece. Then step right onto the stage for a delightful Afternoon Tea of delicious treats and fine teas while basking in the opulence of the baroque auditorium. Tickets £28 per person or £34 with Prosecco. Please advise of any other dietary requirements when booking. Please note - Each table has 10 seats & you will be sharing a table unless purchasing the whole table.

Emma Kenny – Killer Couples – Saturday 3 May at 7.30pm

Renowned TV psychologist and crime commentator Emma Kenny returns with an enthralling new show that plunges into the depths of love twisted into terror. This is a riveting exploration of romance gone horrifically awry as Emma unravels the complex psychology of couples who commit the unthinkable, transforming their intimate bond into a pact of death and destruction. A chilling glimpse into the lives of duos who embarked on deadly paths, from the infamous Brady and Hindley to the modern-day equivalents whose stories shock and bewilder. Tickets from £32.50. Age guidance 16+

Craig Revel Horwood: Revelations – Songs Boys Don’t Sing – Sunday 4 May at 7.30pm

Dancing royalty, director, best-selling author, national treasure and the longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, Craig Revel Horwood is the master of the Glitter Ball and now he’ll reveal his own, hidden talent during a Fab-U-Lous night of big songs, tall tales, and plenty of glamour. Craig says it will be “a little bit emotional, a little bit outrageous and a whole lot of fun!”. What an A-MA-ZING evening. Tickets from £39.50 with VIP Meet & Greet and VIP goody bags also available.

The Simon and Garfunkel Story – Monday 5 May at 7.30pm

Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of famous folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. With standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved, you don’t want to miss this international sensation. … Tickets from £29.50.

Julian Clary – Fistful of Clary – Wednesday 7 May at pm

The cheeky camp comic is fixing to saddle up to head out on the road. Julian is sure the men in the audience will be so eager to join his posse they won’t be able to keep their hands off his Rawhide. But life in the Old West was tough. Not all of Julian’s wild bunch will be around to witness the final shoot-out that will result in Julian giving himself selflessly at high noon to the last man standing. Who knows what else he’ll do for a few dollars more? Tickets £34. Recommended from ages 16+

Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause – Thursday 8 May at 7.30pm.

All aboard for the final tour of the hilarious hit show starring Carli Norris (Doctors, Hollyoaks, Eastenders), Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Daniele Coombe (West End Star). Catch up with four fabulous characters for tales of their lives, loves and losses as they set off on the high seas with hot flushes, mood swings, memory lapses and weight gain. When your life is a bumpy ride full of twists and turns, it’s hard to find and keep true friends. Take a trip of self-discovery, love and friendship all backed by a soundtrack of hysterical parodied hits! Tickets £33. Recommended for ages 16+

The Beatles V Elton John With a Little Help From Their Friends – Friday 9 May at 7.30pm in The STUDIO

A fully live one-man songbook from Logan Paul Murphy (ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, Channel 4’s The Piano) who is still the youngest ever person at age 13 to do a full set in Liverpool’s famous Cavern Club. Logan also has a strong worldwide online following, including many celebrities, and has recently released his debut original album Yet To Fly. Tickets £18.50

The Spice Girls Experience - The Party – Friday 9 May at 7.30pm

Spice up life with this very special theatre show with a fun party vibe with all your favourite Spice Girls hits and superb backing band fresh from their stint as opening act for Adele’s August 2024 Munich Residency. With impressive vocals, dance routines, stunning authentic costumes and all the Girl Power hits from Wannabe, Stop, Say You’ll Be There, Who Do You Think You Are and Viva Forever to Too Much, Goodbye, Holler, 2 Become 1 and Mama. Adele says ‘I effing LOVE THEM’ ….and so will you! Tickets from £27.

Sun Records the Concert – Sunday 10 May at 7.30pm.

Revisit the famous recording studio and legendary record label that brought Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomas and scores more rockin’ pioneers. Their distinctive sound was crafted from gospel, blues, hillbilly, country, boogie and western swing by musical visionary Sam Phillips. Featuring musical instruments of the era, starring a multi-talented cast of singers and a supporting cast of amazing musicians, the sound of Sun is brought to life live on stage. Tickets £31.50. Recommended for ages 12+

Simon Reeve – To The Ends of The Earth – Monday 12 May at 7.30pm

Simon Reeve is an author, TV presenter and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers, and will be offering stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hearty laughs with behind the scenes footage and stunning imagery, to inspire and remind audiences that we all need more wild experiences. Audiences have hailed this live performance as a ‘beautiful, inspiring, magical show’, praising Simon’s openness and heart-heartrending’ honesty; and ‘perfectly balanced with joy, vulnerability, information, fun and personal challenge’. Tickets £37.50

Pig Heart Boy – Wednesday 14 May to Friday 16 May at 10am & 2pm. Saturday 17 May at 2pm & 7pm. Audio Described Performance Saturday 17 May at 2pm

Malorie Blackman’s heart-warming novel is brought beautifully to life in this ‘five-star’ stage adaptation. ‘Is it better to have a pig’s heart that works … than a human heart that doesn’t?’ Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back… Tickets from £15.50. Under 18s, Schools and 1894 Club concessions available. Recommended as a thought-provoking theatre experience for children 9-12yrs (ideal choice Key Stage 2 and 3 students). Education resource pack also available.

Architectural Lens – A Year of Exploration – Lytham Hall – Thursday 15 May at 9am to 11am

Snap up your place on this exclusive photographic workshop led by internationally acclaimed photographer Sean Conboy. This session is based on the theme of Light and Shadow and offers both enthusiasts and professionals a rare opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. The workshop is hosted by Blackpool Grand Theatre and is fully hands-on, with participants not only receiving technical advice from Sean, but also being encouraged to see this extraordinary venue of Lytham Hall in new and exciting ways. Tickets £125 per person. Limited places. Transport to venue and lunch are not included.

Theatre Heritage Tour – Grand Opulence – Sunday 18 May at 11am and 12noon

Take a glorious, guided tour through this Grade II* listed building and immerse yourself in over 130 years of theatrical history. Discover the theatres fascinating heritage, front-of-house Grandeur and Opulence with this 45 minuet tour that includes the Stalls, Dress Circle, Walkway, Royal Box & Stage Door. There is no theatre quite like The Grand. The published descriptions in 1894 said so, and contemporary theatregoers agree. This is renowned architect Frank Matcham’s masterpiece theatre, with a long and lively history. Tickets £12.50 per person. Recommended for ages 6+. Involves stairs.

Dear Evan Hansen – Tuesday 20 May to Saturday 24 May at 7.30pm.

Wednesday & Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.

Audio Described/BSL Performance Saturday 24 May at 2.30pm.

May is going to be a good month! And here’s why… The multi-award-winning musical phenomenon will finally be on stage in Blackpool!!!! Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have. As events spiral and the truth comes out, Evan faces a reckoning with himself and everyone around him. Packed with some of the biggest musical theatre songs of the last decade, DEAR EVAN HANSEN has a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Oscar-winning composers for The Greatest Showman), book by Steven Levenson and more awards than can be listed here. Well ok, we’ll mention a few: its Tony® Award for BEST MUSICAL, Olivier Award for BEST NEW MUSICAL, Grammy® Award for BEST MUSICAL THEATER SCORE…no big deal but the list goes on! Book your tickets now before the Disappear! Tickets from £27.50. Recommended for ages 12+.

NW1 Shakespeare Festival – Friday 23 May & Saturday 24 May at 7.30pm in The STUDIO

NW1 Theatre School is thrilled to return with an electrifying celebration of the world’s greatest playwright, William Shakespeare. This unforgettable festival will feature a dynamic selection of Shakespeare’s most powerful scenes and monologues as the talented young performers bring the Bard’s words to life in fresh and exciting ways. Expect a mix of classic performances and bold contemporary interpretations, showcasing just how relevant and influential Shakespeare remains today. Tickets £14.

Sexbomb – Celebrating the Music of Sir Tom Jones – Sunday 25 May at 7.30pm

What’s New Pussycat? It’s time to book for Andy Wood with his explosive celebration of one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene – Sir Tom Jones! Andy is accompanied by an outstanding band playing two hours of Tom’s iconic hits including Sexbomb, Till, Green Green Grass Of Home, I Who Have Nothing, Thunderball, Love Me Tonight, It’s Not Unusual and not forgetting his well known rhythm and blues covers of Knock on Wood and Land of a Thousand Dances. Tickets £12.50 per person.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie – Blackpool and Fylde Light Opera Company – Wednesday 28 May to Saturday 31 May at 7.30pm. Thursday & Saturday matinee at 2pm

Based on an inspiring true story, this funny and fabulous musical sensation has thrilled audiences and critics alike since its premiere at the Crucible Theatre, Sheffield in 2017. Fresh and contemporary with an extraordinary mother and son relationship at its centre, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie celebrates acceptance, belonging, the power of unconditional love of a mother for her child and how good life is when everybody is the best they can be. Jamie New is 16,  lives on a council estate in Sheffield and doesn’t quite fit in. He’s terrified about the future but is going to be a sensation. Supported by his loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies, and steps out of the darkness and into the spotlight. Tickets from £20. Recommended for ages 14+ parental discretion advised. Please note that this production contains some strong language and mild sexual reference

Keep on Keepin’ On– Wednesday 28 May to Saturday 31 May at 7.30pm (at Blackpool Central Library)

This heartfelt and hilariously chaotic tale of love, family and survival is set to the beat of Northern Soul. Eugene and Maxine’s teenage romance first ignited on the dance floor, but life has spun them in and out of each other’s arms ever since. Now, Eugene spends his weekends DJing - still living for the music - while struggling all week to keep his Northern Soul-themed discount home improvement and white goods emporium from going under. A laugh-out-loud, soul-rich, cash-poor story of a dysfunctional Northern Soul family just trying to keep it together on a run-down northern high street. Tickets £16. Please note: Contains flashing lights and amplified sound. This production is taking place at Blackpool Central Library (Queen Street, Blackpool FY1 1PX).

Varnish: with Jonathan Mayer – Friday 30 May at 7.30pm in The STUDIO

A fabulous and fractured exploration of adoption, addiction and ego. Varnish is a solo show, starring stand-up comedian Jonathan Mayor in his dramatic debut. “I was chosen. Right from the start. My parents adopted me. They weren’t prepared to leave the quality of their offspring to chance. ”It takes star quality to get adopted. And Jonathan Mayor has star quality. Join him for a star-studded audience with this prince of stage and screen, as he reminds us just how talented he is. Tickets £10. Recommended for ages 16+

Visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk for full show listings and bookings or call the box office on 01253 290190 for bookings and further information.