The season will include thrillers, comedy, family related shows and music.
The Floral Pavilion Theatre has announced details of its upcoming Autumn and Winter season, providing plenty for all audiences to enjoy.
Situated at the heart of New Brighton, the 814-seat Floral Pavilion is one of the Wirral’s leading live entertainment venues, welcoming a wide-ranging programme of national touring theatre, comedy, music, dance, family entertainment and its hugely popular annual pantomime.
At the centre of the season are West End comedy The Last Laugh; Agatha Christie’s legendary thriller The Mousetrap, arriving as part of its landmark 75th anniversary tour; and the Floral’s much-loved Christmas pantomime, Aladdin.
Other theatre highlights include: Diane’s Deli (4 September) and Emmeline Pankhurst: Angel or Anarchist? (23 October) to Cue Murder! Halloween Special Murder Mystery (31 October), Thunder Road Theatre Presents: The Void (6–7 November) and festive whodunnit Murder at the Manor – A Murder Mystery Christmas Special (12 December).
Meanwhile, particular music highlights in the season will include: John Barrowman – My Life in Musicals (10 September), The Mersey Beatles (12 September), The Opera Boys – The Farewell Tour Starring Paul Potts (19 September), The Illegal Eagles – ‘Take it Easy‘ (4 October), The Overtones – Jivin’ Home for Christmas (9 November), Hugh Cornwell – Never Say Goodbye – The Final Solo Acoustic Tour (12 November), China Crisis – Warped Tour 2026 (14 November) and The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular (21 November).
In terms of comedy and entertainment shows, the theatre will present John Cleese & The Holy Grail (7 September), Psychic Sally (9 September), an evening Up Close and Personal with Carl Froch and Dave Allen (18 September), Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It (3 October), Simon Evans (10 October), Russell Watson (16 October), Paul Smith – Happy (28 October) and Gary Delaney (10 November), alongside seasonal variety and cabaret.
For families, there is also a range of shows to enjoy such as: All Star Superslam Wrestling (26 September), Science Museum: Space Explorers (28 October), Fireman Sam Live! – The Lost Pirate Treasure (30 October), There’s a Monster in Your Show (3–4 November) and Storytime with Santa (11–24 December), alongside Aladdin.
Talking about the news, Pauline Campbell, Floral Pavilion’s Venue Manager, said, “We’ve got so much to look forward to at the Floral Pavilion this autumn and winter, with a brilliant mix of theatre, comedy, live music and family entertainment coming to New Brighton. From major touring productions such as The Last Laugh and the 75th anniversary tour of The Mousetrap, through to some fantastic one-night shows and, of course, our Christmas pantomime Aladdin, there’s a huge amount happening over the months ahead.
“One of the things we’re most proud of at the Floral is the sheer variety of what we’re able to offer our audiences. Whether you’re joining us for a much-loved classic, a great night of live music, a family show or your annual trip to the panto, we can’t wait to welcome everyone through our doors.”