Today (March 27) is World Theatre Day, an annual celebration which serves as a global reminder of the importance of theatre as an art form.
To mark the occasion, we have collated 13 of the very best shows heading to our local theatres for you below.
From side splitting musicals to tear jerking plays and even some raunchy numbers, a whole host of shows are heading to Lancashire in the next year.
So take a look at the shows below, including venue and date details as well as a show description.
13. Fawlty Towers
Step into the madcap world of Fawlty Towers with this riotous stage adaptation of the beloved British sitcom. Expect all the iconic moments, razor-sharp wit, and farcical misunderstandings that made the TV series a comedy classic. | 📍 Blackpool Opera House, March 31 2026 - April 4 2026. | Submitted
14. Chicago
Step into the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s for the story of Roxie Hart, played by Strictly star Janette Manrara. | 📍 Blackpool Opera House, July 21 - 26 2026. | Show poster