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Ever wondered what it's like being in a tribute band, or where it all starts? We met up with banjo player Stan Elliot from the Mumford & Sons Story to chat about paying homage to the genre-defining folk rock band.

We're delighted to welcome new casting director, Annelie Powell! Annelie will be casting most of the SJT’s own productions, starting with Murder for Two, running 28 March to 18 April and stars Tom Babbage and Lucy Keirl.

Oscars Season 2026!

05/02/2026

We're donning our glad rags for Oscar Season! Choose from screenings of the ten Best Picture-nominated films of this year's awards, and we're also offering 20% off your ticket price if you book three films or more - just quote code OSCARS26 when booking.

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Eliza Carthy: My SJT

19/01/2026

Eliza Carthy joins us on February 21 to perform a much-anticipated show with some very special guests, but it’s far from her first experience of the SJT! From growing up in Scarborough to coming to see poet Luke Wright, here are some of her experiences and memories. 

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Rob Rouse: The Comedian's Comedian!

12/01/2026

Rob's just been voted The 'Comedians' Comedian - Best Act' -  at The UK Comedy Awards, so we sat down with him to ask a few questions about his upcoming tour, his life in comedy, and what to expect from new show, 'Funny Bones'.

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John Godber: "I simply write what I see"

08/01/2026

John Godber, one of the UK’s most-performed living playwrights, revisits his classic school comedy Teechers with a newly updated 2026 tour. Sharper, fresher and more relevant than ever, Teechers: New Year, Same Problemsheads our way 9 - 12 Feb.

Our dementia-friendly films are fun, social events for people living with dementia and their friends, family and carers.

Announcement

Moviedrome 2026

27/11/2025

A film screening a month, carefully chosen to inspire, excite, agitate and spark conversation. They might be films you already know, or titles you've had on your 'to watch list' for years, either way, come and discover (or rediscover!) our first Moviedrome titles for 2026.

We caught up with our brilliant Sleeping Beauty cast to hear all about their unusual dreams, fabulous festive plans and perfect Christmas jumpers.

We're thrilled to tell you about more shows heading our way in 2026, including Stiles & Drewe's award-winning Honk! In Concert, two new shows from the very funny Isolation Creations, the only tribute band to play hits from both ELO and 10cc, and a much-loved musical adaptation of the classic children's story, The Gruffalo!

Announcement

2026 SJT Produced Work

12/11/2025

We're ridiculously excited to tell you all about our produced work for next year, including a joyful in-the-round production of global phenomenon Calendar Girls The Musical, Alan Ayckbourn's latest play The Trial of Romeo Oscar, the award-winning Broadway show Murder for Two, new shows from our brilliant Youth Theatre and Young Company, our annual fundraising weekend, and LOTS more!

Grab your diaries for our next fundraising weekend Welcome to Pendon, featuring a rehearsed reading of Alan Ayckbourn's 2023 play Welcome to the Family, and an evening of exclusive Backstage Secrets!

Announcement

Backstage Tours 2026

10/11/2025

A tour of the SJT, taking you behind the scenes and into the hidden nooks and crannies of our historic building!

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