What's on this week in Peterborough - including two new musicals
There’s an electrifying new musical, thrilling play, comedy, film and more to look forward to this week
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at New Theatre, March 3-7
When 16 year old Percy Jackson discovers that he is the half-blood son of the Greek God, Poseidon, his life takes a dramatic turn as he is plunged into a world much bigger than he could possibly have imagined.
With newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want and a whole mythology textbook’s worth of mythical monsters on his tail, Percy must learn what it means to be a hero. RuPaul’s Drag Race UK champion Danny Beard joins the cast as Mr D.
The Shawshank Redemption, New Theatre until Saturday
Based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella, this thrilling stage production examines friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum-security facility. The 1994 feature film was nominated for seven Academy Awards. Read the REVIEW
Helios, Peterborough Cathedral until Saturday
There is still time to experience this glowing celestial spectacle – the work of renowned artist Luke Jerram. The internally illuminated sculpture presents the Sun at an unprecedented scale, offering visitors a rare opportunity to see its surface in remarkable detail.
Pied Piper – A Hip Hop Family Musical
The Cresset, March 3 (1pm and 6.30pm)
A raucous musical re-imagining of a medieval fairy-tale. Featuring a hugely talented cast of beatboxers and musicians; get ready for an electrifying night of vocal wizardry for all the family.
Peterborough Arts Cinema: The Dead Don't Hurt
John Clare Theatre, Broadway, tonight (7.30pm) A nonlinear Western, which chronicles the love story of independent, French-Canadian Vivienne Le Coudy (Vicky Krieps) and Danish immigrant Holger Olsen (Mortensen) in 1860s Nevada.
Comedy Club
The Cresset, February 27 Back with another great line up featuring:
David Whitney – whose material is a fine blend of political satire and pure filth. Bobby Mair – a Canadian stand-up comedian based in London. Alex Mitchell – a Britain’s Got Talent 2024 finalist who uses self-deprecating humour – laughing at himself, his neurodivergence, disability and sexuality.
Kazeem Jamal – a power house, high-energy, charismatic jester with razor sharp humour.
Edinburgh Previews: Huge Davies & Garrett Millerick
Key Theatre Studio, February 27
Huge Davies and Garrett Millerick test out brand-new material in their quest to build an hour(ish)-long show each. This is your chance to catch familiar favourites and rising stars at their most daring.
Strange, But True Crimes, The Cresset, March 5
A night of true crime with ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees who explores the world's most shocking and unbelievable cases, such as the serial killer who gained work in law enforcement whilst on the run - and ended up hunting himself.
Macbeth, Key Theatre Studio, February 28
Flabbergast’s Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring Shakespeare’s blood-soaked tragedy to life. Puppetry, clown, ensemble, physical theatre, and exhilarating live music, combine in a powerful and provocative interpretation.
Diesel Streets: A Peterborough Wall Story
Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery, until May 23
A major solo exhibition by local street artist Nathan ‘Nyces’ Murdoch, charting over two decades of graffiti, mural culture, and lived experience on the walls of Peterborough.