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White Rock Theatre Listings

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What’s On at White Rock Theatre

There are always a wide variety of shows at The White Rock Theatre in Hastings. The listings below are published in association with datathistle.com and aim to help you decide what to see this month and throughout the year.

The Listings:

  • Francis Rossi

    Francis Dominic Nicholas Michael Rossi, OBE is an English musician. He is the co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the rock band Status Quo.

    2 Oct: Thu 7.30pm

  • "Friends" Fundraising Concert for Harry Gentry

    Come join us for a night of music and fun at the White Rock Theatre Studio! We're hosting a special concert fundraiser to support Harry Gentry's dream of attending Musical Theatre college in Hertsfordshire. Let's come together to show our love and support for him. Get dressed up in your best formal outfit and enjoy live performances by talented performers (Friends of Harry). We will enjoy some musical theatre, jazz, opera and pop throughout the evening. It's going to be a night to remember! Ticket includes - Welcome glass of bubbly. Canapes will be served throughout the evening (we cannot guarantee allergen free). Raffle This event is strictly for age 12+. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference and have a blast at the…

    1 Jun: Sun 7.30pm

  • Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael

    An affectionate celebration of the life and music of George Michael including his early days with Wham!.

    19 Jul: Sat 7.30pm

  • An Evening with Paul Gascoigne

    The football legend shares stories and anecdotes about his career.

    19 Sep: Fri 7.30pm

  • An Evening with Graham Nash

    At the heart of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriter's Hall of Fame and Grammy winning artist Graham Nash is his remarkable body of work, including contributions to the Hollies, one of the leading British pop rock bands in the 1960s, to the folk rock super group CSN and beyond in to his solo career. Hits, such as Stop Stop Stop, On A Carousel and Carrie Anne with the Hollies and Marrakesh Express, Teach Your Children and Our House with Crosby, Stills & Nash are staple in our musical history.

    18 Oct: Sat 7.30pm

  • From Big Country

    Mark Brzezicki joined Big Country in 1981 and continues the sound and spirit of the band along with Simon Hough, Big Countrys vocalist for over a decade, Gil Allen, Big Country and The Skids bassist and Ken Nicol on Guitar.

    17 Oct: Fri 7.30pm

  • Genesis Connected

    The band plays the hits of Genesis, Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins, featuring 'Sledgehammer', 'In The Air Tonight', 'Over My Shoulder', 'Against All Odds', 'That's All', 'The Living Years' and many more.

    5 Sep: Fri 7.30pm

  • Hits Out Of Hell - The Legend Of Meat Loaf

    Presented by Ellis Live Celebrating the life, music, and legend of the musical maestro, Meat Loaf. The world's premier show in tribute to Meat Loaf, featuring the ultimate 'Dead Ringer' to Meat Loaf, Craig Halford as seen on ITV's Stars In Their Eyes and Channel 4's The Last Leg. Experience all the hits from one of the best-selling artists of all time, culminating in over 80 million album sales, a GRAMMY Award, and the best rock and roll love anthems ever written. 'I'd Do Anything for Love', 'Bat Out of Hell', 'Two Out of Three Ain't Bad', 'You Took The Words Right Out of My Mouth', 'Rock And Roll Dreams Come Through', 'Paradise by the Dashboard Light', 'Dead Ringer for Love', and many more.

    11 Jul: Fri 7.30pm

  • Helen Bauer: Bless Her

    Helen is back and is struggling. She has spent the last year being forced to hang out with someone she doesn’t like and who honestly does not like her. It’s tense, it’s uncomfortable, they won’t leave. A brand new show from award-winning comedian Helen Bauer. Star of Live at the Apollo (BBC2), 8 Out Of 10 Cats (C4), Am I Being Unreasonable (BBC One) and Extraordinary (Disney+). She also co-hosts the extremely popular and award-winning podcast Trusty Hogs.

    14 Nov: Fri 6.30pm

  • Hastings Comic Con 2025

    We're thrilled to announce the first Hastings Comic Con on 14th & 15th of June 2025! From The Guildhall Trust, the producers of Portsmouth Comic Con - the biggest family friendly Comic Con of its kind! The two day event will be packed full of activities and attractions for geeks and kids of all ages. Hastings will be welcoming some of the greatest writers and illustrators in the industry, alongside stars of the screen and the wonderful world of cosplay. Joker Squad will be bringing their fantastic immersive Star Wars experiences, plus a Paint & Take Workshop with Everstromn Hobbies. More activities and a fantastic line-up of guests will be announced soon! With traders, workshops, panels and games, there's plenty to take in at…

    14 Jun–15 Jun: Sat & Sun 10am–6pm

  • Grandslam Wrestling

    Get ready for an epic night of wrestling as Grand Slam Wrestling brings the heat on February 20th! Prepare for a thrilling evening packed with high-octane action, featuring some of the biggest stars in the wrestling world.

    24 Aug: Sun 3pm

  • The Enchanted Princess Ball

    Once upon a time, in the land of fairytales, Chester the Castle Jester has muddled up all invitations to The Royal Ball! Join him as he goes on an adventure to meet Cinderella at The Royal Castle, The Little Mermaid Under The Sea, Princess Rapunzel in the Tallest Tower, Belle in her little bookshop in Paris and The Snow Queen in the freezing village of Snowydale to deliver all the invitations by hand to make they all make it to The Enchanted Princess Ball. This Royal Princess Extravaganza is a fast paced, high energy and engaging musical toe tapping adventure that is perfect for the whole family featuring stunning sets, sparkling costumes and lots of songs, dance, laughs and audience participation!

    1 Jun: Sun 1pm

  • ELO Tribute Show

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

    23 Oct: Thu 7.30pm

  • Brian Bilston & Henry Normal

    Brian Bilston and Henry Normal appear together for the first time in a show which one critic has described as “two people reading some poems”. Along the way, they will be drawing on their vast catalogue of crowd favourites – and throwing in new poems, to prevent becoming their own tribute bands. Not ones to overpromise, Brian and Henry are prepared to commit to delivering the greatest poetry show in the history of the world or their names aren’t Brian Bilston and Henry Normal. An evening of poems to be enjoyed not endured.

    17 May: Sat 7.30pm

  • Chris McCausland: Yonks!

    You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He's been called an "overnight success" - Even though he's been doing this for bloody yonks! Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making. The last tour was a sell-out, so get your tickets now!

    5 Feb 2026: Thu 8pm

  • Black Ball 40th Anniversary Tour

    Come and join Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor as they recreate the match that gripped a nation – the 1985 World Snooker Final. A record-breaking 18.5m TV viewers stayed up to watch the legendary match and this is your chance to see the rematch with snooker royalty as we recreate the final frame from that special night. Snooker legend John Virgo is your host and referee for an evening guaranteed to include his famed, hilarious snooker impressions. A night not to be missed, there will also be a Q&A, providing you with the opportunity to pose the questions you always wanted to ask!

    22 Oct: Wed 7.30pm

  • The Beast UK '86-87 Somewhere on Tour' Experience - Iron Maiden Tribute

    The Beast UK support The Beast UK have taken the Iron Maiden tribute scene by storm! Amassing over 14,000 followers and over 2,000,000 views across social platforms. This journey began as 'UK Maiden Experience', where through over 300 auditions nationwide a group of devoted Iron Maiden fans sought to bring the power and intensity of Maiden's legendary live performances and unforgettable concerts from over the years to audiences across the UK. Working with set designers who have been involved in building Iron Maiden's stages since the 80s! The Beast UK aim to create a truly incredible theatrical experience for any Iron Maiden fan and to build a community through the love and respect of the greatest heavy metal band in the world! Join them…

    24 Sep: Wed 7.30pm

  • The Amy Winehouse Band

    We are delighted to bring you this exceptional & unique show: this, is The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s Original band led by her long term Musical Director/Bass player Dale Davis and Amy’s close friend from the very start of her career, celebrate her era defining global music and live performances, keeping her spirit and legacy and the Amy Winehouse sound alive in a true connection only possible by Amy ’s original band.

    23 Nov: Sun 7.30pm

  • Coldplace

    Coldplay tribute act.

    1 Aug: Fri 7.30pm

  • Country Superstars

    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…

    31 May: Sat 7.30pm

  • Ed Patrick: Catch Your Breath

    NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick injects the Edinburgh Fringe with a gut-punch show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of modern medicine and the power of questioning it.

    6 Nov: Thu 8pm

  • The Dualers

    Bromley-based singer Tyber Cranstoun leads his eight-piece band as it plays lively ska and reggae.

    6 Sep: Sat 7.30pm

  • The Drifters

    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…

    26 Jul: Sat 7.30pm

  • The Dinosaur That Pooped: A Rock Show!

    When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or will Dino's rumbling tummy save the day? Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs, and a whole lot of poo! Produced by Mark Thompson Productions Limited and Directed by Miranda Larson.

    29 May: Thu 12.30pm

  • 5 Mistakes That Changed History

    We all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history. 5 Mistakes That Changed History is a hilarious historical storytelling show performed by historian and comedian, Paul Coulter, about five people and how their mistakes (big and small!) changed the world. Blending history, storytelling and comedy the show has been a smash-hit, sell-out success on the comedy festival circuit, selling out both Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Adelaide Fringe Festival twice in 2023 and 2024. Suitable for history lovers 9 to 90+, the show was named by British Comedy Guide as one of the 'Best Reviewed Edinburgh Fringe Shows 2024' and was chosen as one of the 'Picks of the Fringe'.

    22 Jun: Sun 7.30pm

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