Blackpool Tower Ballroom
11.00 am - 4.00 pm
The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is an iconic venue that has been a cornerstone of Blackpool’s cultural and entertainment scene for over a century. Renowned for its ornate design and rich history, the ballroom continues to attract visitors from across the United Kingdom and beyond, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of grand entertainment.
Blackpool Tower Circus
Now closed
The Blackpool Tower Circus is one of the oldest attractions in Blackpool. Located inside Blackpool Tower, the circus has been entertaining visitors since its opening in 1894. Known for its unique blend of traditional and contemporary circus acts, it remains a key highlight of the Blackpool experience, drawing audiences from across the UK and beyond.
Winter Gardens
11.00 am - 3.00 pm
The Winter Gardens are key to Blackpool’s rich entertainment history. Combining architectural grandeur with a diverse programme of shows, events and exhibitions, this historic venue continues to be one of the most significant cultural hubs in Lancashire. Visitors can enjoy various performances, from opera and musical theatre to concerts and comedy shows, all set against the backdrop of the Grade II* listed Winter Gardens complex.
Grand Theatre
Now closed
The Grand Theatre in Blackpool is a historic venue noted for its architectural beauty. This Grade II*-listed building has been a prominent feature of Blackpool’s entertainment scene since its opening in the late 19th century. Today, the Grand Theatre continues to host a diverse range of performances, attracting both locals and visitors alike.
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
9.00 am - 5.00 pm
William Shakespeare’s original Globe Theatre was built in 1599 and destroyed by a fire in 1613 before being rebuilt in 1614. At the time the Bankside neighbourhood in Southwark was at the heart of London’s seedy theatre district, although the theatre was demolished in 1644 when the neighbourhood was no longer the focus of London’s entertainment district.
National Theatre
The Royal National Theatre, more commonly known as simply the National Theatre, is one of the United Kingdom’s most prominent theatres for both contemporary and classical theatre productions.
The brutalist building on the South Bank of the River Thames houses three separate theatres: the 1100-seat Olivier Theatre, the 890-seat Lyttleton Theatre and the 400-seat Dorfman Theatre. In addition to the three permanent theatres, open-air performances are sometimes held on the theatre’s riverside forecourt.
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