White Rock Theatre Listings

The ELO Encounter recreate the sound of the Electric Light Orchestra, a symphonic force majeure and unique fusion of driving rock and classical strings.

4 Nov: Wed 7.30pm

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy - but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In this brand-new show, she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight. What’s the fallout when your pituitary gland goes haywire on live TV? How do you convince the public you didn’t really fall onto that hoover attachment? And when intimate photos get splashed all over the internet, how do you switch the shame to dignity and joy? In her first live show in over a decade, Sue delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma, humiliation, and misunderstanding.

23 Jan 2027: Sat 7.30pm

The Drifters are the longest running singing group in pop history still performing live, having enjoyed over 50 hits world wide. Performing all the hits ‘Saturday Night At the Movies’, ’You’re More Than a Number’, ’Come on Over to My Place’, ’Up On the Roof’, ‘Under the Board Walk’, ’Kissin in the Back Row’, ’Save the Last Dance for Me’, ’Down on the Beach’, ‘Stand By Me’, ’Like Sister and Brother’ and many many more. The Legendary group have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of The United States and are listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. No other vocal group has achieved as much success artistically or commercially as The Drifters and they remain among the…

12 Nov: Thu 7.30pm

Almost 40 years ago, Lionel Richie & Diana Ross released Endless Love. A song which Billboard voted as the number 1 Duet of all time and stayed in the charts for a staggering 27 weeks. It has since become synonymous with couples, lovers and enjoyed by millions of people around the globe to this very day. However. what no one could have foreseen is that since its original recording, these two icons of popular music would never perform the song together again! Yes! Incredibly for 40 years Lionel Richie has been asking Ms Ross to share that magic moment with him once more. but as yet she has declined. This brings us to the show you see before you. What if they did perform Endless Love again? If they spent one more magical night on stage?

30 Jan 2027: Sat 7.30pm

In 'This Changes Everything', Dan Schreiber (host of the QI podcast ‘No Such Thing As A Fish’ and award-winning author of ‘The Theory Of Everything Else’) presents an evening of astonishing facts and hilarious tales, as he showcases the findings of his latest investigations into the world of the weird. Which billion dollar industry was created by a dead doctor during a seance? Which Hollywood star was said to have a magical foreskin? How do you get into the world’s secretest secret society? And how do all things connect to each other? Straddling the world between sense and nonsensibility, Schreiber dives into the funniest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories you’ve never heard. Dan Schreiber is co-host of the smash-hit QI podcast…

19 Nov: Thu 7.30pm

A nine-man shanty folk group drawing on 200 years of traditional vocal repertoire.

26 Feb 2027: Fri 7pm

Come and join us for the ultimate pop concert and celebrate the biggest hits from five of the hottest artistes of the moment. Let’s ‘Shake it Off’ to our very own Taylor Swift; sing along to ‘Flowers’ with Miley Cyrus; dust off all our best dance moves to ‘Vampires’ with Olivia Rodrigo.

28 Oct: Wed 6pm

Ride the K-pop wave influencing the World! From stadium-shaking anthems to breath taking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture. With explosive performances of today’s biggest K-pop hits from BlackPink, NewJeans, Katseye, and BTS and spectacular numbers inspired by the smash-hit film K-pop Demon Hunters, this high-energy tribute brings the thrill of Seoul’s stages to life. With a sea of light sticks glowing and the crowd moving as one, you’ll feel the music and the electrifying energy of K-Pop All Stars in this live, immersive experience! Dancing may happen throughout this show.

16 Oct: Fri 7pm

At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichs that usually follow! There are no twee costumes or backing tracks here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting. The live music, Irish dancing and banter is infectious and enters the psyche in seconds. The show itself features All Ireland champion musicians and world champion dancers who combine a unique blend of light hearted audience interaction with fascinating stories about the music and the instruments themselves. The original show was set up in Dublin by a group of musicians who wanted visitors to the city to experience what a real Irish house party…

7 Oct: Wed 7.30pm

Whether you were there the first time around or you’re discovering 2Tone and Ska revival for the first time, expect non-stop dancing, hands-in-the-air choruses and serious feel-good vibes from start to finish. So dig out your sharpest suit, lace up your dancing shoes and get ready… Welcome to the House of Fun.

15 Apr 2027: Thu 7.30pm

The Jam exploded onto the punk scene in 1977 and became the sound of the British youth and one of the greatest and biggest selling bands in British history. From The Jam have gained a reputation for the kind of incendiary live performances that sealed the reputation of The Jam all those years ago. Expect to hear classic The Jam hits such as 'Down In The Tube Station At Midnight', 'Going Underground', 'Town Called Malice' and 'The Modern World' as well as some live favourites and songs from Bruce’s solo career.

17 Oct: Sat 7.30pm

Legendary actor, host and broadcaster Craig Charles is one of UK’s most beloved funk and soul DJs. From Robot Wars to Red Dwarf, Craig has now grounded himself as a funk & soul icon after 10 years of broadcasting on BBC 6 Music with their primetime Saturday night show.

29 Jan 2027: Fri 7.30pm

This truly unique show tells the diverse story of Country Music through incredible impersonations of some of the biggest Country Superstars to have appeared at the Grand Ole Opry. Country Superstars is hosted by TV Dolly star Sarah Jayne who has been performing as Dolly Parton for 28 years and is Europe’s Leading Tribute to the Queen of Country. The lead cast were endorsed by Dolly Parton “Live” on the BBC One Show stating “I wish them the best and I appreciate them doing Dolly and Kenny so well for so long”. The show features 11 award winning impersonations of Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Billie Jo Spears, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette, Garth Brooks, John Denver, Glen Campbell and Canadian Country Superstar Shania Twain. The…

23 Oct: Fri 7.30pm

Celebrating the life of an iconic showman and telling the story of the King through the show, Ben portsmouth and his live 9-piece 'Taking Care of Elvis Band' will take you on a trip down memory lane, leaving you speechless with a barnstorming set of many of Elvis’ most loved songs from all eras such as the 1950s, the iconic ’68 Comeback Special, and Ben’s personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts. As a versatile guitarist, Ben can seamlessly switch from rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, and soul and there promises to be plenty of fabulous costume changes and lots of interaction with the audience along the way! With his looks, charm and charisma, Ben continues to amaze audiences with his stage presence, with fans claiming globally ‘this is the…

5 Nov: Thu 7.30pm

The Best of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons is back by overwhelming demand, delivering a spectacular, high-energy celebration of the timeless music from one of the biggest-selling groups of all time.

19 Mar 2027: Fri 7.30pm

Blues and rock talent Ben Poole takes the stage.

4 Feb 2027: Thu 7.30pm

Alfie Moore Cop-turned-comedian Alfie returns with a brand-new show ahead of recording his BBC Radio 4 comedy It's a Fair Cop. The audience are sworn in as cops before Alfie shares a real-life scenario from his own casebook. He playfully challenges them to say what they would've done – with often unexpected and entertaining results. Policing decisions are easy in hindsight, aren't they? Now you can experience the thrills, spills and laughter of making high-risk calls in the moment. Fair Cop: Live! is challenging, thought-provoking and fun. It'd be a crime to miss! Audience participation Age category: 12+

26 Jun 2027: Sat 7.30pm

Celebrating the Years of ABBA! Europe's leading ABBA tribute, ABBAMANIA, continues to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performances live on stage! Now in their 26th year of touring planet earth, ABBAMANIA'S widely acclaimed tribute to ABBA is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits including "Waterloo", "Dancing Queen", "Mamma Mia", "Super Trouper", "Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie" and "Lay all your love on me" all of these plus, many, many more. We will have you dancing, and having the time of your life! So, dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable evening with ABBAMANIA Please note…

11 Oct: Sun 7.30pm

Wave your hands in the air at Hastings’ ultimate party night featuring Jon & Jo from S Club with a live band, and Bradley McIntosh’s ‘S Club Party’ DJ set. Plus, DJ act Dubtendo Allstars.

7 Nov: Sat 7pm

Namaste Motherf*ckers is the new show from Cally Beaton (QI, Live at the Apollo) - a quick-witted, unexpected and unapologetic insight into life in midlife. Combining Cally's comedic and storytelling prowess with extracts from her provocative, stereotype-busting book of the same name, the show has at its heart her own story of radical reinvention - taking her from meetings in boardrooms to treading the boards, thanks to a chance conversation with the late, great Joan Rivers. A funny show about a deadly serious subject, Namaste Motherf*ckers is a celebration of and for the female of the species. Invisible no more.

21 Oct: Wed 7.30pm

Count Arthur Strong continues on for one last time, as he says what just might be his final goodbye, to whoever’s listening. Don’t miss this potentially wonderful event. Because if you do miss it, you can’t say you were there, like some people do. NB. Bring a hankie because you might get emotional.

5 Jun 2027: Sat 8pm

Liverpool's undisputed kings of soulful pop harmonies. Renowned for an endless string of soulful hits including 'Forgotten Town', 'Ideal World', 'Born Again', 'Harvest for the World', 'What’s in a Word', 'Hooverville', 'Words', 'Father', 'The Bottle' and many more.

11 Jun 2027: Fri 8pm

With the production now in its third year, CHOOSE GEORGE - Celebrating George Michael continues to amaze fans throughout the UK and Europe. The show features early WHAM! hits right through to George Michael's later songs, all performed perfectly by the incomparable Steve Mitchell. Steve is considered by many to be the closest to George's vocal. He's been a fan for most of his life, which is apparent in his detailed and passionate performance of the songs. The show also features Ex-Wham! bassist, Dave West who worked with George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley on the first sessions for Wham Rap, Careless Whisper and Club Tropicana

28 Nov: Sat 7.45pm

January Butler Presents the Ultimate Celine Dion tribute concert featuring a world class live band, directed by the industry legend Andy Mudd. Starring incredible vocalist and world leading to Celine Dion, January Butler. With iconic replica costumes and breath-taking vocals this show will take you on a mesmerising ride through Celine's career of more than four decades. Packed with platinum selling hits including ‘Think Twice', ‘My Heart will Go On', ‘It's All Coming Back To Me Now', ‘The Power Of Love', ‘River Deep, Mountain High' and many, many more. With phenomenal powerhouse vocals and incredible live band accompaniment, this production really does have it all. No other tribute to Celine Dion, comes as close to recreating the sound…

18 Oct: Sun 7.30pm

Celebrating decades of golden hits with a re-creation of the live ABBA show.

11 Oct: Sun 7.30pm