Riverhead Rep presents
 
ALADDIN – The Spectacular Easter Pantomime.

Will Aladdin and the Princess find true love? Will the genie of the lamp save Aladdin from evil Abanazar? And will Dame Trott still have time to do her washing!
All will be revealed in this spellbinding pantomime full of great music, magic and mayhem, special effects, loads of laughs. It’s the perfect Easter treat for all the family!

The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few! Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination, including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.

The Pirates of Penzance
or The Slave of Duty

Following the success of their 20th anniversary season, the New London Opera Group begins its third decade with an all-new production of one of Gilbert and Sullivan's best-loved operas, The Pirates of Penzance.
 Frederic, apprenticed as a boy to a pirate crew, renounces his life of crime and vows to live an honest life with his new love Mabel, but he soon learns that living on the right side of the law is not as easy as he'd thought. Especially not when his former crew, led by the fearsome Pirate King, arrive to make off with his new fiancé's sisters, incurring the wrath of a very modern Major-General! As the pirates prepare to do battle with the local constabulary, Frederic wrestles with his conscience - will he stay loyal to his old crew, or help the Major-General put an end to the infamous Pirates of Penzance?
 
The opera is brimming with some of Arthur Sullivan's biggest and best tunes including "Poor wan'dring one", "A policeman’s lot is not a happy one” and "With cat-like tread". Paired with WS Gilbert's hilarious libretto and vivid characters, NewLOG's new production of The Pirates of Penzance is a swashbuckling summer treat.

Scratch Night Winner 2024
 
Dressing Rooms

This funny and touching award- winning new musical makes it’s full debut here at the Riverhead Theatre, having won best new script at our Scratch night 2024.
 
Set in various dressing rooms across the country this fabulous new musical, charts the love triangle between actress, Clare Malone, her older theatre producer husband, Bill Taylor and young jack-the-lad actor Gavin Graham.
 
Opening on Clare’s hen night, straight after the last night of their latest musical success, we discover “The Industry” suspects the upcoming marriage is one of convenience and when Bill, ahead of Clare, casts a reality TV star alongside Gavin in his new musical “Papp’d”, the cracks begin to show.
 
Will touring in the new musical throw Clare into the arms of Gavin or is the marriage stronger than the world suspects?

The Great British Bake Off Musical is a comedic and heartwarming celebration of baking, self-discovery, and the joy of community, served with a generous helping of British charm and comedic flair. This delightful show brings the beloved baking competition to life, blending the charm, humour, and heartwarming moments of the TV show with catchy tunes and recognisable characters. Whether you're a fan of the show or simply love a good musical, this is a theatrical treat that promises to rise to the occasion.
Follow the journey of a group of contestants as they whisk, knead, and bake their way to glory, all under the watchful eyes of judges and hosts who have become household names. With a mix of original songs that capture the spirit of the Bake Off tent—from tense technical challenges to joyous showstoppers—the musical creates a vibrant and immersive experience. Expect a rollercoaster of emotions as friendships form, cakes collapse, and dreams come true.

Nunsense is a Musical Comedy that begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials.

The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade production of “Grease.” An unholy amount of comedy ensues as we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina; and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head.

Wacky and outrageous with a hysterical ‘anything goes’ sense of fun, Nunsense is a heavenly delight!

Join us for a magical adventure in our annual Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. Follow the daring young Jack as he embarks on a thrilling quest to save his village from the clutches of the fearsome Giant Blundabore and his wicked henchman, Fleshcreep. With the help of his mischievous brother Simon, their lovable cow Daisy, and the ever-charming Dame Trot, Jack sets off on a journey filled with laughter, music, and surprises. But when he trades his family’s last hope for a handful of mysterious beans, he soon discovers that sometimes, the most extraordinary adventures begin in the most unexpected ways.

Packed with hilarious comedy, catchy songs, and plenty of audience participation, this traditional pantomime promises fun for the whole family. Cheer for our heroes, boo the villain, and marvel at the magic as a towering beanstalk leads to an adventure beyond the clouds! Will Jack defeat the Giant, rescue the Princess, and bring peace back to the village? There's only one way to find out - join us for an unforgettable journey in Jack and the Beanstalk!

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

Disney's The Little Mermaid will feature colourful characters, beautiful sets and some of the best-known songs from the past 30 years.