Arts and entertainment news
Rotherham Show gears up
Published: Wednesday 10th August 2011
Rotherham Show returns in September with a colourful array of arts and crafts, automotive dreams, beauty, passion, excitement and creativity.
Royal Shakespeare Company on stage in Rotherham
Published: Wednesday 6th July 2011
The Royal Shakespeare Company will visit Rotherham as part of its tour of a production of Hamlet to schools and theatre venues across England this Autumn.
Rotherham Panto going through the roof
Published: Tuesday 14th June 2011
It may be summer, but, ticket sales for Rotherham’s annual panto, set to take to the stage in December, are already going through the roof.
Forgiving the unforgivable at Rotherham Theatres
Published: Tuesday 17th May 2011
Third Nail Theatre return to the Civic Theatre later this month with the award winning psychological drama "Frozen", by Bryony Lavery.
Delicacies of the past brought back to life
Published: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Rotherham’s Clifton Park Museum is setting out to bring back to life delicious delicacies from England’s past in a day of history and food.
Tickets now on sale for a 'giant' of a Pantomime
Published: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Fe-fi-fo-fum, Rotherham set to get a show with a lot of fun!
Learn about the wonders of the woods
Published: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Handy Rotherham folk are being given the chance to follow in the footsteps of their ancestors this Easter half-term and learn about the wonders of natural woodcraft.
Roary the Racing Car
Published: Monday 21st March 2011
Get into gear this May as Roary the Racing Car and friends zoom into Rotherham on Sunday 15th May (12.30pm & 3.00pm) for their very first visit.
Rotherham Welcomes music legend Les McKeown and The Bay City Rollers
Published: Thursday 10th March 2011
Take a trip back in time to the world of the biggest pop sensation of the 1970s! Join Les McKeown for an evening of hit songs, teenage memories, and nostalgic stories.
Tour cancelled
Published: Thursday 24th February 2011
The music show - 'Jayne Middleton As Annie Lennox' that was due to be performed at Rotherham's Civic Theatre next month has been cancelled.
Help to celebrate Rotherham’s proud steelwork heritage
Published: Wednesday 16th February 2011
A project charting South Yorkshire’s proud steel heritage culminates next month with a very special performance in the heart of the town which inspired it.
The Gingerbread Man comes to Rotherham Theatres
Published: Wednesday 9th February 2011
Third Nail Theatre return to Rotherham’s Civic Theatre with an enduring tale of friendship, overcoming adversity and magic for the entire family.
Spine-chilling show set for Rotherham Theatres
Published: Friday 4th February 2011
Halloween may be long gone, but, for those in need of spine-chilling thrills, Rotherham Theatres will be delivering a show worthy of deepest, darkest October.
Panto Cast Say Goodbye As Next Year’s Show Is Announced
Published: Tuesday 4th January 2011
Rotherham’s smash hit pantomime - 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs' - is finally reaching the end of its run - but there's still time to catch it!
The Circus of Horrors returns to rock ‘n’ shock Rotherham
Published: Tuesday 14th December 2010
Following the huge success of 'The Asylum' and the 'Day of the Dead' shows The Circus of Horrors is back in Rotherham to celebrate its 15th bloody year with a brand new show.
Howard Webb urges Santa to take-over Rotherham
Published: Wednesday 8th December 2010
World famous, Rotherham born referee Howard Webb has given his backing to the Santa’s Run and Frosty’s Fun event taking place on Saturday 18th December.
Kiveton Park pit gets community recognition
Published: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Wales and Kiveton Park folk are being asked what makes them smile!
Children’s TV favourites at Rotherham Civic
Published: Wednesday 17th November 2010
Popular children’s TV stars Chris and Pui are making their Rotherham Theatres debut on Saturday November 20 at both 11am and 1.30pm.
Rotherham’s Christmas lights get the X Factor
Published: Tuesday 9th November 2010
Christmas officially kicks off in Rotherham on Thursday November 18 at 4.30pm as the colour, excitement and sounds of the annual Christmas lights switch-on returns to an expectant All Saints’ Square.
Cannon and Ball at Civic Theatre
Published: Wednesday 27th October 2010
It will be a case of "Rock on Tommy" this weekend when one of Britain's top comedy double acts comes to Rotherham.
Get ready for a night of pure T-Rextasy!
Published: Wednesday 27th October 2010
The legacy of music icon Marc Bolan and rock group T.Rex lives on at Rotherham Civic Theatre next month.
A Vibrant New Comedy Show Visits Rotherham
Published: Thursday 7th October 2010
Fans of comedy will be thrilled to see Reform Theatre Company’s vibrant, new comedy production "Thick As Thieves" performed at Rotherham Theatres on Wednesday October 27 at 7.30pm.
Any Sporting Questions at Rotherham Civic Theatre cancelled
Published: Tuesday 7th September 2010
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Any Sporting Questions, to be held at Rotherham Civic Theatre on Wednesday September 15, has had to be cancelled.
Could your child be the star of the panto?
Published: Thursday 2nd September 2010
Dancers from across Rotherham with the potential to be the star of the show are being invited to try out for roles in the Civic Theatre’s festive spectacular, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Singing legends search their way into Rotherham
Published: Wednesday 25th August 2010
Rotherham Theatres is gearing up to welcome singing superstars, The Searchers, to the Civic on Thursday September 16 and tickets are selling fast.
Roll up, roll up at Mowbray Gardens Library
Published: Wednesday 25th August 2010
Mowbray Gardens Library will be “clowning around” and letting visitors try out exciting new activities, including circus skills.
Clifton Park Museum treasure part of national exhibition
Published: Tuesday 24th August 2010
One of Clifton Park Museum’s most well know pieces, “The Sentry”, is to go on loan to Museums Sheffield and Norwich Castle Museum to feature as part of a new exciting exhibition.
Rotherham-by-the-Sea comes to All Saints’ Square
Published: Wednesday 4th August 2010
Sand, deckchairs, ice-cream, fun and hopefully sun will be the order of the day as Rotherham-by-the-Sea returns to All Saints’ Square for its 8th year.
Young musicians plan rock tribute to best friend ‘Bean’
Published: Thursday 8th July 2010
Young musicians in Rotherham are planning to host a rock, indie and metal festival in memory of their good friend Rob ‘Bean’ Crook who died in a road accident in January at just 23 years old.
Children's Theatre returns to Rotherham
Published: Friday 4th June 2010
First class theatre for kids is making a welcome return to Rotherham Theatres with a show about a little bear with big dreams.
Hi ho, hi ho, Rotherham panto is go go go!
Published: Monday 24th May 2010
It may well be the beginning of summer, but Rotherham Theatres are already getting into the panto spirit by announcing their festive production for this season.
Around the world at Rotherham Civic
Published: Wednesday 19th May 2010
Rotherham’s Third Nail Theatre will be getting into the holiday spirit this month with a fast-paced, hilarious tale from the creator of the iconic Brighton Rock.
Speed, danger, intrigue and excitement at Rotherham Theatres
Published: Thursday 29th April 2010
Join acclaimed actress Sandra Hunt for a racy look at the life of one of history’s most infamous socialites, as she takes to the stage of the Rotherham Arts Centre in Fast Women.
Alice in Market Land
Published: Thursday 1st April 2010
Rotherham Markets will be welcoming special guests this Easter weekend in the form of Alice in Wonderland and the Easter Bunny.
Thurcroft Urban Festival
Published: Thursday 1st April 2010
The Thurcroft Urban Festival promises to be a fun day out for all the family, beginning with an Ozzy Osborne lookalike who will meet, greet and be available for photographs.
Kimmy Park at play
Published: Wednesday 31st March 2010
Holiday boredom will soon be forgotten for children in the Kimberworth Park area this Easter, with a whole range of activities available in an exciting play event.
Theatre celebrates golden anniversary
Published: Tuesday 30th March 2010
Rotherham’s Civic Theatre is gearing up for one of the biggest nights of its life as it gets ready for a very special birthday celebration.
Spirit of the Emerald Isle
Published: Tuesday 30th March 2010
St. Patrick’s Day may have come and gone but the magic of Ireland is alive and well in Rotherham.
Kids TV favourite live on stage
Published: Tuesday 16th March 2010
Rotherham Theatres are setting out to prove that a little imagination can make BIG things happen as the Little Big Club makes it debut at the Civic Theatre.
Hull Truck returns to Rotherham Civic Theatre
Published: Tuesday 16th March 2010
The acclaimed Hull Truck Theatre returns to Rotherham’s Civic Theatre with an uplifting tale of loss, love, family, friendship and Subbuteo.
Rotherham set to rock 'n' roll!
Published: Monday 15th March 2010
The smash-hit show Forever in Blue Jeans is coming to Rotherham’s Civic Theatre for a fun-filled evening of entertainment featuring countless hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s right through to the best of today.
Are you what Rotherham Open Art Show is looking for?
Published: Thursday 4th March 2010
Artists from across South Yorkshire are being invited to show their masterpieces to the world as entries for the long-awaited fourth annual Rotherham Open Art Exhibition are now being accepted.
Danny Champion of the World
Published: Friday 12th February 2010
Rotherham’s Third Nail Theatre are returning this half term with another trade mark family show which is jam-packed with drama, comedy and amazing characters.
Wonderful live West End songs!
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
Rotherham Civic Theatre is preparing for an evening of breathtaking singing and the wonderful atmosphere of the West End theatre in an award-winning show, 'Musicals in Motion' on Sunday, February 7 at
Spine chilling show at Rotherham Theatres
Published: Thursday 4th February 2010
The spine-chilling tale, “A Warning to the Curious”, is coming to Rotherham Theatres to give fearless visitors a wintery fright!
Panto loving kids win big
Published: Thursday 17th December 2009
Three school kids from Rotherham have got into the panto spirit by winning a competition which will see their artistic endeavours displayed to thousands. Oh no they haven’t! Oh yes they have!
Classic Christmas films come to Rotherham
Published: Thursday 17th December 2009
Rotherham will be enjoying classic Christmas cinema this festive season, with an added little present thrown in to make the experience an even tastier one.
Christmas at Clifton Park Museum
Published: Friday 4th December 2009
Families are being invited to enjoy a traditional Christmas event in the Georgian splendour of Rotherham’s Clifton Park Museum this December.
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