Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has announced an outstanding new season of entertainment, bringing major West End musicals, acclaimed plays, mesmerising dance, comedy stars, live music, family favourites and an exciting Norman Bragg Studio programme to audiences from autumn 2026 and beyond.
The season opens with an exclusive 6-show engagement of Magic Mike Live (Thu 27 – Sat 29 Aug), delivering the exhilarating stage sensation, before feel-good musical hit The Choir of Man (Tue 1 – Sat 5 Sep) raises a glass to community, friendship and unforgettable live music.
The smash-hit Legally Blonde (Tue 6 – Sat 10 Oct), starring Strictly’s Amber Davies as Elle Woods, arrives before the highly anticipated touring production of Burlesque (Tue 17 – Sat 21 Nov), inspired by the much-loved film.
Looking ahead to 2027, audiences can enjoy regal pop phenomenon Six (Fri 14 – Sat 22 May) and the uplifting modern musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (Tue 25 – Sat 29 May), alongside spine-tingling theatrical experience Paranormal Activity (Tue 12 – Sat 16 Jan 2027), followed by the acclaimed stage adaptation of The Full Monty (Mon 15 – Sat 20 Feb 2027).
Simon Stephens’ celebrated adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Tue 4 – Sat 8 May 2027) brings Mark Haddon’s award-winning novel vividly to life, but not before the legendary Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (Mon 9 – Sat 14 Nov), celebrating an incredible 75 years as the world’s longest-running play – drama fans are in for a treat!
Celebrate 30 years of Lord of the Dance (Mon 14 – Sun 20 Sep), Michael Flatley’s global phenomenon, and in January enjoy Varna International Ballet’s three much-loved classics: The Nutcracker (Mon 18 Jan 2027), Swan Lake (Tue 19 & Wed 20 Jan 2027) and Snow White (Wed 20 Jan 2027), bringing world-class ballet to the Aylesbury stage.
Families can enjoy CBeebies House Party Live (Sat 24 Oct) featuring Justin Fletcher, ahead of Megaslam Wrestling (Mon 26 Oct) delivering high-energy sporting entertainment for all ages.
The festive season sees the return of Aylesbury’s beloved pantomime with Sleeping Beauty (Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027), starring Laura Main (Call the Midwife) and welcoming back family favourites Andy Collins and Leon Craig . Packed with laughter, spectacular scenery and magical moments, Sleeping Beauty promises fun for the whole family.
Some of the UK’s biggest comedy names are also welcomed including Nish Kumar (Sun 13 Sep), Al Murray (Sat 26 Sep 2026 and Sat 1 May 2027), Tom Davis: Spudgun (Sun 27 Sep), Stewart Lee – Man-Wulf (Sat 17 Oct) and Chris Ramsey (Thu 26 Nov).
Music lovers can enjoy an exceptional line-up featuring Tom Bailey of Thompson Twins (Thu 10 Sep), progressive rock icons Marillion (Mon 21 Sep), Justin Hayward (Wed 14 Oct), Sounds of the 60s hosted by Tony Blackburn OBE (Thu 15 Oct), Katherine Jenkins (Thu 22 Oct), The Best of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells I, II and III (Mon 19 Oct), The ELO Experience (Wed 28 Oct), The Stylistics (Sun 8 Nov), Boyzlife (Sun 22 Nov), Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George (Wed 25 Nov), The Amy Winehouse Band (Fri 27 Nov) and folk favourites Bellowhead (Sat 28 Nov).
A host of the finest tribute productions also take to the stage including The Girl Power Experience (Fri 11 Sep), What’s Love Got To Do With It? (Thu 24 Sep), Mania – The ABBA Tribute (Fri 2 Oct), Lost in Music (Wed 21 Oct), Magic of Motown (Thu 29 Oct), The Brown Suite (Sun 1 Nov), The Illegal Eagles (Mon 2 Nov), Christmas in Ireland (Tue 3 Nov) and Classically Kate Bush (Fri 6 Nov).
Alongside the main auditorium programme, the Norman Bragg Studio continues to offer an exciting mix of comedy, music, theatre, talks and family entertainment in an intimate setting.
Highlights include Ian Stone is Looking for the Wow (Fri 4 Sep), Wot Italian? (Sat 5 Sep), Crafthaus Cinema Club (Sat 12 Sep), Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash (Thu 17 Sep), A Brief Case of Crazy (Thu 24 Sep), Cally Beaton (Sat 26 Sep), Love Hurts (Sun 27 Sep), Hay! (Fri 2 Oct), WiFi Wars (Sat 10 Oct), historian Tracy Borman: Tudors on Tour (Fri 16 Oct), The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town (Tue 20 Oct), The Searchers and Hollies Experience (Sat 24 Oct), Mr Sleepybum’s Dream Machine (Mon 26 Oct), Mark Smith: Antiques Expert on the Road (Tue 27 Oct), Hundred Watt Club (Fri 6 Nov), Marquee Square Heroes (Sat 14 Nov), Justice? (Sun 15 Nov), Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress (Thu 19 Nov), A Christmas Carol (Fri 11 – Sun 13 Dec) and festive favourite Santa’s Best Ever Christmas (Sun 20 – Thu 24 Dec).
A reminder that audiences can enhance their visit with an exclusive Ambassador Lounge Experience, making every trip to the Waterside even more memorable.