Here is your guide to What's On in local entertainment this coming week.
A Christmas Carol
A musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic for the whole family.
Until December 31 – Daily shows except Sundays, times vary. The Dukes, Lancaster
Lancaster on Ice
The outdoor ice skating rink is back in Dalton Square from November 25 to January 7. A giant Ferris Wheel ride will also be returning as part of this year's festivities.
Daily until January 7 (except Xmas Day), Dalton Square
Grease
Sedbergh School bring Grease to life in the Theatre.
Wednesday November 29 – Friday December 1, Kendal Brewery Arts Centre
Sleeping Beauty
By Lancaster Footlights. The classic story is enhanced by fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation. A Christmas treat for the family not to be missed!
Friday December 1 – Saturday December 30 – various dates & times, Lancaster Grand
Merry Hell
An upbeat set from the multi award winning, unstoppable folk band.
Friday December 1, 8pm, Morecambe Platform
Gentlemans Dub Club
Hip Hop, Ska, Dubstep, Reggae and Dub from the popular combo.
Friday December 1, doors 7pm, Kanteena
Sheelanagig
Foot-stomping folk from the popular quintet.
Friday December 1, doors 8pm, Kendal Brewery Arts Centre
PoVo
The Lancaster based band play a blend of funky jazz tunes from the 70s onwards, together with improvisational vibes.
Friday December 1, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside
Rapunzel – Adult Panto
The classic tale with plenty of adult humour and inuendo. 18+. Not for the easily offended!
Saturday December 2 – Saturday December 23 – various dates & times, Lancaster Grand
Then Jerico
The 80s icons play all the hits including ‘Muscle Deep‘ and ‘The Motive‘ as well as from their platinum selling album, ‘The Big Area’.
Saturday December 2, 8pm, Morecambe Platform
Odyssey Pro Wrestling – ‘Buried Treasure’
The last in the 2023 series of events. Family friendly entertainment that continues Morecambe's long-standing history of professional wrestling. A great atmosphere for all the family.
Saturday December 2, doors 6pm, Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe
Bingo Bango
Laugh & dance your socks off, at maybe the most random show on earth with DJs, hosts & performers. Wacky prizes and lots of raving!
Saturday December 2, 7:30pm, Kanteena
West End Winter Lantern Festival
Fun for all the family, and a lovely way to start the festive season! From 6pm, expect amazing music from Baybeat Streetband reworking festive classics, a shimmering procession through the streets of the West End featuring paper lanterns created by the community and the giant Sea Spirit puppet.
And then from 7:30pm:
All the Right Notes: Baked à la Ska
Party vibes, vintage ska sounds and an eccentric platter of covers from the finest acts of the genre.
Saturday December 2, More Music, Morecambe
Auction of Promises
A fun filled evening to raise vital funds for the iconic Lancaster community venue as part of their 40th anniversary.
Saturday December 2, doors 6:30pm, start 7:30pm, Gregson Centre
Douglas & Moss
Rebecca Clare Douglas and Richard Moss perform songs involving accomplished violin sounds and intricate guitar work.
Saturday December 2, 8pm, Arnside Sailing Club
Onipa
A set from the explosive afro-futurist collective.
Saturday December 2, doors 8pm, Kendal Brewery Arts Centre
Trio JDM
A set from the popular organ trio.
Saturday December 2, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside
Christmas Blues Jam with The Crosstown Strays
An afternoon of blues tunes, and then the chance to get up on stage and jam yourself.
Sunday December 3, from 4pm, Arnside Sailing Club
The Amy Winehouse Experience
An authentic tribute to the precocious talent featuring Caroline Lowe as Amy Winehouse plus a full backing band to recreate the authentic sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop.
Sunday December 3, doors 6pm, Kanteena