King’s Glasgow Listings
Upcoming shows at Glasgow’s King’s Theatre
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2025
March 2025
Books & Banter with Val McDermid & Nicola Sturgeon
Sat 22 Mar 2025
Early evening: 5pm.
Val McDermid and Nicola Sturgeon are best friends who bonded over a love of good books, unfettered conversation and the occasional glass of red wine. Join them as they discuss why reading matters, and reveal the books they have loved, loathed, laughed at and, in a few cases, argued over – thus demonstrating that it’s possible to disagree about important things and still remain friends! Book here.
Paul Black: All Sorts
Sat 22 Mar 2025
Evening: 8.30pm.
Paul Black returns to the Glasgow International Comedy Festival with a new show. Featuring a blend of stand-up and sketches with characters new and old. Paul Black’s online comedy sketches have garnered over half a billion views and a cult following. Book here.
Afternoon for Janey
Sun 23 Mar 2025
One show: 1.30pm.
An afternoon celebrating the one and only Janey Godley. Featuring a screening of the film Janey as well as her nearest and dearest in comedy doing a turn, we’ll spend our time remembering Janey with laughter and love. Proceeds will be split between Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice, both in Glasgow.. Book here.
A Fern Brady – I Gave You Milk to Drink
Sun 23 Mar 2025
One show: 8pm.
Scotland’s queen of comedy (Taskmaster, Live At The Apollo, Roast Battle, The Russell Howard Hour, The Last Leg ) is back on tour. What happens when you get everything you want and it’s not enough? Book here.
The Horne Section’s Hit Show
Tue 25 Mar 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Unruly, ridiculous, and surprisingly satisfying, the six-headed comedy band includes five outstanding musicians and one non-musical stand-up. There’ll be comedy, songs, enthusiastic dancing, and a lot of mucking about. A brand-new show from the hugely talented band and Alex Horne, the creator and co-host of Taskmaster. Book here.
Darren Connell: My Name Is Darren Connell and This Is My Self-Tape
Thurs 27 Mar 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Expect the unexpected as Darren takes the audience through a journey of his surreal dark madness, with a comical twist about everything in his life and how it’s almost impossible to get a break in the industry. Book here.
Susie McCabe: Best Behaviour
Fri 28/Sat 29 Mar 2025
Fri: 7.30pm; Sat: 5pm & 8.30pm.
The Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award winner Susie McCabe is back! On the back of her sold out shows Femme Fatality and Merchant of Menace, this year she is on her Best Behaviour. Book here.
Glasgow International Comedy Festival Gala
Sun 30 Mar 2025
One perf: 2pm.
Don’t miss this chance to see the very best of Glasgow International Comedy Festival 2025 at the show of the year! Featuring a stand out line up of stand up stars from the festival. Plus, find out who will win the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award 2025! Book here.
Russel Kane: HyperActive
Sun 30 Mar 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Whirlwind, FitBit-breaking comedian, presenter, actor and author Russell Kane is out on the road again, setting it on fire with his unique recipe of sharp wit and physical comedy. Safety warning: wear strong underwear – pants will be spoiled. Book here.
April 2025
An Inspector Calls
Tue 1 – Sat 5 April 2025
Evenings: 7.30pm; Wed, Thurs, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
JB Priestley’s brilliantly constructed masterpiece powerfully dramatises the dangers of casual capitalism’s cruelty, complacency and hypocrisy. Stephen Daldry’s epic production highlights the play’s enduring relevance. Book here.
TommyInnit – The Survival Tour
Sun 6 Apr 2025
Evening: 7pm.
Not content with writing the definitive book on how to survive the world, TommyInnit is taking to the road in 2025 to make sure you REALLY understand how to avoid death in almost any situation. Like, do you really know how to survive a swan attack? A squirrel army? A nightclub? Do you. Book here.
Bat Out Of Hell
Mon 7 – Sat 19 Apr 2025
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm; Wed, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
A thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! Multi-level platforms will transport you through the diverse worlds of Bat Out of Hell, from Raven’s bedroom to the depths of the Lost’s underground domains. Book here.
Let The People Sing – the UK Amateur premiere of Les Miserables
Wed 23 – Sun 27 Apr 2025
Wed – Sat: 7.30pm; Sat mat: 2.30pm; Sun: 1pm, 6pm.
The Lyric Club, in collaboration with Pantheon Theatre Glasgow, Glasgow Light Opera Club (GLOC), PMOS and Theatre South Productions (TSP), is thrilled to present Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, Les Misérables as part of the nationwide Let The People Sing project celebrating 40 years of the iconic show. Book here.
Derren Brown: Only Human
Tue 29 Apr – Sat 3 May 2025
Evenings: 7.30pm.
Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns with his brand new live show. The content of ONLY HUMAN is still under wraps, but a mind-blowing experience that’ll take your breath away is guaranteed. Book here.
May 2025
The Baddies
Tue 6/Wed 7 May 2025
Daily: 4.30pm. Wed Mat: 10.30am.
The Baddies love being bad. They roar, spook and cast spells to try and scare the little girl… but will they succeed? Or is the girl braver than they think. A wickedly hilarious adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit story, and laugh-out-loud fun for all the family.. Book here.
…Earnest
Fri 9/Sat 10 May 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue and an actual audience member is chosen to star in the show… Book here.
The Book of Mormon
Tue 13t – Sat 31 May 2025.
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm; Fri, Sat mat: 2.30pm.
This outrageous musical comedy from the creators of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and Bobby Lopez, the Co-writer of Avenue Q and Frozen, follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent on a mission to a place that’s about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get… Book here from Fri 15 Nov, 10am.
June 2025
Priscilla Queen of the Desert (TSP)
Wed 4 – Sat 7 Jun 2025
Evenings: 7.30pm.
Strutting back in stilettos after their success with Kinky Boots, one of Glasgow’s best amateur dramatics societies Theatre South Productions is taking the King’s by storm once more, this time with the fabulous, down-under adventure Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Book here.
Miss Americana
Sun 8 June 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show featuring the incredible Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation’s music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. Book here.
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Tue 10 – Sat 14 June 2025.
Evenings: 7.30pm; Mats Wed, Thu, Sat: 2.30pm.
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits. Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love. Book here.
Some Guys Have All the Luck – The Rod Stewart Story
Sun 15 June 2025.
Evening: 7.30pm.
Direct from the West End and endorsed by Rod’s own family, join us on a musical journey that spans six decades from humble beginnings in the R ‘n’ B clubs through to world-famous rock sensation. Every song is performed with swaggering showmanship by charismatic front man, Paul Metcalfe, alongside authentic costumes and sensational live musicians. Book here.
Sounds Of The 60s Live
Tue 17 June 2025
One show: 7.30pm.
An evening of 60s classics performed by the Sounds Of The 60s All Star Band & Singers, hosted by Radio 2’s legendary DJ, Tony Blackburn OBE. Featuring stories and songs from perhaps the most iconic 10 years in music, fashion and popular culture, the Sounds of the 60s tour will bring to life memories of the era. Book here.
80s Live
Wed 18 June 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
You’ve made it through the wilderness, somehow, you’ve made it through and now we’re never gonna give you up! Direct from London’s West End, we will be heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to Jitterbug. Book here.
Chris Hadfield
Thurs 19 June 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
One of the world’s most remarkable explorers – Colonel Chris Hadfield – acclaimed astronaut, test pilot, spacewalker, spaceship commander, and bestselling author – will discuss the latest developments in space science and share stories from his incredible and illustrious career. Book here.
Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit
Sat 21 June 2025.
Evening: 8pm.
Multi-award-winning comedian Rhod Gilbert is bouncing back with a brand new live show. Previously, Rhod was dealing with some pretty pungent life citrus, and an idiot called John. Little did he know that things were about to turn even more sour. But Rhod’s not bitter; he’s bouncing back and feeling remarkably zesty. Book here.
Restless Natives
Tue 24 – Sat 28 June 2025
Evening: 7.30pm; Thurs, Sat: 2.30pm
The Clown and the Wolfman ride again as the classic Scottish movie starts a new adventure as a stage musical! Intrepid underdogs Ronnie and Will become Highland Highwaymen, holding up buses and winning international renown, fleecing tourists with charm and panache… Book here.
A Vision of Elvis
Sun 29 June 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Put on your blue suede shoes and come to celebrate the music of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll with the UK’s supreme Elvis – Rob Kingsley – and his talented cast. This breath-taking recreation of a live Elvis Presley concert takes you on an epic audio-visual journey through time like you’ve never seen before. Book here.
July 2025
Calamity Jane
Tue 1 – Sat 5 July 2025
Evening: 7.30pm; Thurs, Sat mat: 2.30pm.
Gosh almighty! Grab a posse because the whip crackin’ musical comedy classic Calamity Jane is a rollin’ on over the plains to Glasgow. Based on the much-loved Doris Day movie, this plumb fancy new production stars the multi-award-winning West End actor and singer Carrie Hope Fletcher (Cinderella, Les Misérables). Book here.
Taylor Tomlinson: The Save Me Tour
Tue 8 July 2025
Evening: 8pm (Doors 6.30pm).
Comedian and CBS After Midnight host Taylor Tomlinson demonstrates tight joke writing, carefully honed act-outs and a ruthless appetite for laughs as she heads out on The Save Me Tour. Coming to Scotland for one date this summer. Book here.
The Tommy Burns Story
Fri 11/Sat 12 July 2025
Evening: 7.30pm; Sat mat: 2.30pm.
elebrates the life of the man who grew up in the Calton, before going on to play for and manage his beloved Glasgow Celtic. The self-proclaimed “supporter who got lucky”. This is not a football play. It’s a play about an amazing man who happened to be a footballer. Book here.
Ministry of Science LIVE – Science Saved the World
Mon 28 July 2025.
Two shows: 12.30pm & 4pm.
Our presenters dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world. They’ll take an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the scientists, engineers, and inventors who have shaped our world – whilst proving that each and every one of you have the ability to change it for the better! Book here.
August 2025
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Wed 30 Jul – Sun 3 Aug 2025
Wed – Sat: 7.30pm; Thu, Sat: 2.30pm; Sun: 1pm & 5pm.
Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as the roof-raising Pharaoh, the smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Glasgow! Book here.
The ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra
Thurs 14 Aug 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
The ELO Experience have been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light orchestra to the live stage since 2006. Between 1972 and 1986 Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! Book here.
Cirque: The Greatest Show – Reimagined
Fri 15 Aug 2025
Evening: 7pm.
Get ready for a dazzling fusion of musical theatre and jaw-dropping circus acts, taking the original Circus meets Musical Theatre spectacle to thrilling new heights. Experience iconic West End showstoppers paired with awe-inspiring circus acts showcasing their breathtaking feats of agility. Book here.
Chicago
Mon 18 – Sat 23 August 2025.
Evenings: 7.30pm; Matinee Thurs, Sat: 2.30pm.
See news story: Chicago razzles back.
Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery, treachery… and All That Jazz are back with the revival which opened in 1996 and has been running ever since. Book here.
2:22 A Ghost Story
Mon 25 – Sat 30 Aug 2025
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm; Weds, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
Edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller by Danny Robins. A brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth? Book here.
September 2025
Joanne McNally: Pinotphile
Thurs 4/Fri 5 Sept 2025
Performance: 8pm.
After her Prosecco Express tour, Joanne McNally has been keeping herself busy by ruining men’s lives (and her own) and now she’s back: still single, still unfertilised, and laden with irreverent, ridiculous and hilarious war stories. Join her wild ride navigating situationships, revenge, frenemies and rejection… Book here.
Saving Grace
Sat 6 Sept 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
GK Barry is taking her wildly popular podcast, Saving Grace, on the road for an unmissable UK tour! Fresh out of the I’m A Celeb! jungle, Grace brings her signature chaos, comedy and charisma to the stage. Book here.
Meat Loaf By Candelight
Wed 10 Sep 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Featuring an epic cast of West End singers, including stars of the West End production of Bat Out of Hell, accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience the music of Meat Loaf, like never before! Book here.
Elis & John – That Feels Significant: Live!
Thurs 11 Sept 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Elis James, John Robins and Dave Masterman are hitting the road! How does that feel?! I’ll tell you how it feels… SIGNIFICANT! Yes! Britain’s youngest and most relevant podcast-first broadcasters are coming on tour and this time they’re bringing Dave! Book here.
A Country Night in Nashville
Fri 14 Feb 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Book here.
A Night at the Musicals
Sat 13 Sept 2025.
Evening: 7.30pm.
From the producers that brought you the smash-hit Girls’ Night OOT! Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present a first-class professional cast as they sing some of the best show tunes from London’s West End and Broadway. Book here.
Here & Now – The Steps Musical
Tue 16 – Sat 20 Sept 2025
Tue – Sat: 7.30pm; Sat mat: 2.30pm; Sun 3pm only.
Welcome to seaside superstore Better Best Bargains, where it’s Friday night, the vibe is right, and everyone’s dancing in the aisles. But when Caz discovers the shelves are stocked with lies and betrayal, the summer of love she and her friends dreamed of suddenly feels like a tragedy… Book here.
October 2025
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Tue 23 Sept – Sat 4 Oct 2025
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm; Wed, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits, discover the heart and soul behind the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Book here.
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Tue 7 – Sat 11 Oct 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
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Grayson Perry: Are You Good?
Sun 12 Oct 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
Are You Good? A question that I think is fundamental to our humanity. In this show I will be helping you, the audience, find out if you really are thoroughly good or maybe quite evil, but in a fun way. Book here.
Riverdance 30 – The New Generation
Tue 14 – Fri 17 Oct 2025
Tue – Fri: 7.30pm; Thurs mat: 2.30pm.
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. Book here.
The Roast of Have A Word 3
Sat 18 Oct 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
The Have A Word Podcast are bringing their third ever Roast event to Glasgow, hosted by Adam Rowe & Dan Nightingale. Some of the best comedians on the planet will turn their skills to writing the darkest, meanest and just downright disgusting jokes you’ve ever heard – with absolutely NOTHING off limits. Book here.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Tue 4 – Sat 8 Nov 2025.
Evening: 7.30pm, Wed, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
Aaron Sorkin’s riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence. Successful lawyer, Atticus Finch, encourages kindness and empathy in his children, but is pushed to the limits of these qualities himself when he resolves to uncover the truth in a town that seems determined to hide it. Book here.
Ardal O’Hanlon
Sun 9 Nov 2025
Evening: 7.30pm.
After an alarming experience at the supermarket, Ardal reflects on who he is as a man and a comedian. He examines his own ethnic and religious background. And thinks twice about the very core of his identity as a voice of reason. Is everything a big lie? Book here.
FRIENDS! The Musical Parody
Tue 11 – Sat 15 Nov 2025
Tue – Thurs: 7.30pm; Fri: 5pm, 8.30pm; Sat: 2.30pm, 7.30pm.
The hit New York and Las Vegas sensation is a sidesplitting musical comedy packed with iconic moments from all ten seasons of the beloved television series. Featuring an entirely original musical score, the show follows the escapades of the world’s most famous group of twenty-somethings. Book here.
The Little Mermaid
Sat 22 Nov 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026
Times vary, but generally Tue – Fri: 1pm, 7pm; Sat: 2pm, 7pm; Sun 1pm, 5pm.
Glasgow pantomime superstar Elaine C Smith and the King’s favourite funny-man Johnny Mac dive to the depths of the ocean in an exhilarating and enchanting theatrical extravaganza. Further cast to be announced. Book here.
2026
Fawlty Towers – The Play
Tue 13 – Sat 17 Jan 2026
Tue – Sat: 7.30pm; Thur, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
Adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger, this brand-new stage play featuring your favourite scenes from the sitcom’s unforgettable twelve episodes, is a ‘hugely entertaining blast of unadorned nostalgia’ (The Times) making for an ‘indisputably funny evening’ (The Telegraph). Book here.
February 2026
Chris Ramsey
Mon 9 Feb 2026
Evening: 7.30pm.
Following overwhelming demand (mainly from his wife Rosie who is desperate to get him out of the house), Chris Ramsey will be back on the road in 2026 with a brand-new stand-up show. Book here.
Uncanny: Fear Of The Dark
Fri 13 Feb 2026
Evening: 7.30pm.
Danny Robins and his team of experts are back with A BRAND-NEW SHOW for 2025/26, with even more terrifying real-life stories and witness accounts that will have you gripped from the very beginning.. Book here.
March 2026
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical
Mon 2 – Sat 7 Mar 2026
Evenings: 7.30pm; Wed, Sat mats: 2.30pm.
This joyous Broadway and West End hit musical takes you on a hilarious, heart-warming ride as three friends hit the road across the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime. Packed with jaw-dropping dance routines, eye-popping costumes, and an iconic soundtrack full of your favourite 80s and 90s disco and dance anthems. Book here.
April 2026
Rob Beckett: Giraffe
Sat 18 April 2026
Evening: 8pm.
Yes! Bobby Beckles is back on tour. Smashing the life out of the M25, M1, M5 and any other road that’s in his way. From Bromley to Brisbane, Rob Beckett’s new show Giraffe is going worldwide. Expectations on Rob: put on 3 stone from takeaways and post-show drinking. Expectations of you: leave the gig happier than when you arrived. Book here.
Diversity – Soul 2026
Thurs 23 – Sat 26 Apr 2026
Thurs/Fri: 7.45pm; Sat: 2.30pm.
The UK’s most successful dance group will bring their new concept tour based around the technological advancements of artificial intelligence, what the future holds, and what it truly means to be human within the digital age. Book here.
May 2026
Josh Widdicombe: Not My Cup of Tea
Sun 3 May 2026
One show: 7.30pm
By now he has almost certainly mastered the art of stand-up, either that or he has wasted the last 15 years of his life. Come along and decide for yourself. Expect it to be shorter and with lower production values than Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, but funnier and with more references to tea. Book here.
The Bodyguard
Mon 25 – Sat 30 May 2026
Mon – Sat: 7.30pm; Sat mat: 2.30pm.
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge–what they don’t expect is to fall in love. Book here.
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