Hartlepool Stage Society

Hartlepool Stage Society NODA award-winning Hartlepool Stage Society has entertained the North East since 1953.

From G&S roots to modern hits like Shrek, we’ve brought quality musical theatre to our community for 70+ years.

07/06/2026

🎉 The wait is over, and the winner of Donkey’s Big Ticket Giveaway has been chosen! Watch the video to see if you're walking away with a pair of free tickets for you and "the Shrek to your Donkey" to come see the opening night performance of Shrek the Musical on Thursday 18 June.

Didn't see your name? Don’t pack up your bags and head for the swamp just yet. You can still join us for the adventure! Head over to the box office right now to secure your seats.

Some performances have very limited availability, so you’ll need to act faster than Gingy escaping a preheated oven to snap them up!

With only 11 days left until the curtain goes up, this was the last chance to win free tickets. We are locking the tower door on giveaways—there will be no more competitions before opening night.

To avoid utter disappointment (and the wrath of a certain impatient Princess), visit the link below and grab your tickets today before they're gone!

👉 https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

This Is How A Dream Comes True...Ever wondered what it’s really like to spend 20 years locked in a dragon-guarded tower ...
06/06/2026

This Is How A Dream Comes True...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to spend 20 years locked in a dragon-guarded tower waiting for true love’s first kiss? It takes a lot more than just singing to pass the time!

In Shrek the Musical, we get to go beyond the storybook and dive deep into Fiona’s past. From a hopeful little girl to a frustrated teenager, and finally to the fiercely independent woman she becomes, her journey is packed with humour, heart, and a whole lot of coping mechanisms. 👑✨

👇 Want to know how her story unfolds?
Grab your tickets for Shrek the Musical 18th-20th June at the Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre 🎟️✨
https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

💚 Big hearts, bigger communities! 💚From an unlikely duo traveling down the yellow brick road—wait, wrong story—to a drag...
04/06/2026

💚 Big hearts, bigger communities! 💚

From an unlikely duo traveling down the yellow brick road—wait, wrong story—to a dragon-guarded castle, to a mismatched crew of fairytale misfits standing up for their rights, Shrek the Musical is secretly a masterclass in the power of community.

Whether it's a talking donkey who refuses to leave your side, or a band of outcasts realising they are stronger together, this show reminds us that beautiful things happen when we let people in.

⏳ The Countdown is ON!
We are exactly TWO WEEKS away from Opening Night! 🧅✨

Don't miss out on the laughter, the giant dance numbers, and the heartwarming reminders of what true friendship looks like. Bring your own crew and experience the magic live!

Get your tickets now at https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

03/06/2026

There are only a few days left to enter Donkey’s Big Ticket Giveaway! If you fancy winning a pair of tickets to the spectacular opening night of Shrek the Musical, you need to get a wiggle on.

To enter, you need to head over to our original Reel post (we’ve shared it below!).

With the show opening two weeks tomorrow, this competition will be the last chance to win free tickets, so make sure to get your entry in before the final draw on Sunday.

The countdown is officially on! We have entered June, which means we are only weeks away from opening night of Shrek the...
02/06/2026

The countdown is officially on! We have entered June, which means we are only weeks away from opening night of Shrek the Musical at the Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre!

Here is as a sneak peek at our phenomenal cast. (Layers and layers of talent here—just like an onion). Whether you're rooting for Shrek and Fiona to get their happy ending, or you just want to see your film favourites like Lord Farquaad and Gingy brought to life on stage, there is something for everyone.

Don't be a Pinocchio —tell the truth, you've already got your tickets, right? If not, let this be your sign to change that today.

📅 Thursday 18th – Saturday 20th June
🏢 Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre
👉 Book your tickets now: https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

01/06/2026

This month we celebrate PRIDE — a standing ovation for love, identity, and the courage to live authentically.

Like the best of musical theatre and the most powerful plays, our stories deserve to be seen, heard, and felt. From bold showstoppers to quiet, heart-wrenching monologues, the LGBTQIA+ community has always turned life into art — full of resilience, passion, and unapologetic truth.

This month (and every month), we honour the performers, the storytellers, and every individual who refuses to dim their spotlight. Keep singing your truth, keep dancing through adversity, and never forget: the world is a better stage because you’re on it.

Here’s to love in every form, to chosen families, and to living loudly, proudly, and without intermission 🏳️‍🌈

31/05/2026

DONKEY'S BIG TICKET GIVEAWAY

Are you the Shrek to someone’s Donkey? I might already have my big green bestie, but I am looking for the ultimate pair of real-life travelin’ buddies to win TWO FREE TICKETS to the opening night of Shrek the Musical!

That’s right, you and your absolute favourite person could be heading straight to the swamp to see me, Shrek, and all our fairytale friends live on stage.

If you want to grab these tickets and see the brightest show in town, here is exactly what you need to do:

🎟️ How to Enter:
1. Tag your BFF: Drop a comment below and tag the "Shrek to your Donkey".
2. Spread the love: Like this post and share it to enter!

⚠️ The Boring (but Important) Fairytale Rules:
The Prize: Two tickets for the opening night performance on Thursday evening only.
The Rules: You must tag someone, like and share this post to enter the competition.
The Small Print: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
The Deadline: The lucky winner will be drawn at 6:30pm on Sunday 7th June.

What are you waiting for? Get tagging, get sharing, and let's get you two on the road! 🎉

By order of Lord Farquaad: Duloc is officially a "freak-free" zone! 🚫🏰Pinocchio, the Big Bad Wolf, the Three Little Pigs...
29/05/2026

By order of Lord Farquaad: Duloc is officially a "freak-free" zone! 🚫🏰

Pinocchio, the Big Bad Wolf, the Three Little Pigs... none of them are safe. The posters are up all over town, and the decree is final: All Fairytale Creatures have been officially EVICTED!

But where will they go? How will they survive? And what happens when a certain grumpy green ogre gets caught in the middle of Farquaad's mess?

Don't leave them wandering the swamps! Grab your tickets to Shrek the Musical at Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre 18th-20th June and find out what happens to our favourite "fruitcakes and freaks" when they fight back.

👉 Get Tickets Here: https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

📸 FIRST LOOK: Welcome to the Swamp (and Duloc!)Big stories, bigger characters, and just a little bit of fairytale chaos....
26/05/2026

📸 FIRST LOOK: Welcome to the Swamp (and Duloc!)
Big stories, bigger characters, and just a little bit of fairytale chaos. 👑🪵
We are thrilled to share the very first sneak peek into the world of Shrek the Musical! Our amazing cast are bringing the magic of the Dreamworks animated classic to the Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre Stage from 18th-20th June. Tickets are flying out faster than a talking donkey being chased by royal guards, so get yours now! 👇
https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

21/05/2026

👑 A ROYAL PROCLAMATION FROM LORD FARQUAAD 👑

People of the internet... the moment you have grovelled for has arrived!

I, the great and towering Lord Farquaad have personally reviewed the entries for my ticket giveaway competition. While many of you correctly identified my splendid Duloc, one fortunate soul has risen above the rest to claim the ultimate prize: two FREE tickets to the spectacular Thursday evening performance of Shrek the Musical on 18th June! 🏰✨

Watch the video to see if you have been chosen for this unparalleled honour. (And yes, my hair looks fantastic, thank you for noticing).

🎟️ Didn't see your name? Do not despair!
It is still possible to save yourselves from total disappointment. March your dainty digital fingers over to the Creative Hartlepool website to purchase your tickets. You won't want to miss my big dance number. (I was trained in ballet, flamenco AND jazz)

Do not delay—the swamp creatures are moving in, and seats are filling up fast!

👉 https://www.culturehartlepool.com/events/shrek-the-musical/

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Glamorgan Grove
Hartlepool
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Tuesday 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 2pm - 5pm

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