Watford Palace Theatre

Watford Palace Theatre Entertainment venue and registered charity! The beautiful 600-seat Edwardian Palace Theatre is a Grade II listed building.
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Watford Palace Theatre is the creative hub at the heart of Watford: Producing, Presenting, Participating & Partnering. Twenty minutes from Euston, the Palace is dedicated to high-quality theatre, and developing audiences, artists and communities through exciting opportunities to experience theatre and participate. Refurbished in 2004, the Theatre offers modern and accessible facilities including i

ts own rehearsal room and wardrobe and scenic workshop. Recently the Theatre opened the new Green Room Bar and continues to develop the quality of experience for the tens of thousands of people visiting the Theatre each year.

19/06/2026

🕊️✨ A powerful story of love, longing and freedom comes to Watford Palace Theatre this July.

Songs of the Bulbul by Aakash Odedra Company is an acclaimed dance production inspired by an ancient myth, blending the beauty of dance, live music and rich visual storytelling.

Following the journey of a caged nightingale whose final song becomes its most beautiful, the production explores themes of sacrifice, grief, spirituality and liberation through movement and music.

Created as a tribute to Aakash Odedra's mother, Songs of the Bulbul is both deeply personal and universally resonant, inviting audiences into a world of poetry, emotion and extraordinary artistry.

📅 3 July
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4x3B5j0

Video & Audio Credit & Licensing: Aakash Odedra Company

🍷✨ Sometimes the best therapy is a room full of people laughing at exactly the same problems.The Scummy Mummies return t...
18/06/2026

🍷✨ Sometimes the best therapy is a room full of people laughing at exactly the same problems.

The Scummy Mummies return to Watford Palace Theatre with Hot Mess, a hilarious new show packed with stand-up, songs, sketches and brilliantly relatable stories from the front line of modern life.

From parenting mishaps and family drama to dating, friendships, ageing and everything in between, Helen and Ellie find the funny side of the moments most of us would rather forget.

Warm, witty and wonderfully honest, Hot Mess is the perfect excuse to get your friends together for an evening of big laughs and feel-good fun.

📅 25 June
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4dQBZ9I

18/06/2026

🌙✨ Looking for the perfect feel-good night out?

The ladyboys of bangkok return to Watford Palace Theatre with their brand-new Full Moon Tour, bringing an evening packed with music, comedy, dance and dazzling entertainment.

For more than 25 years, The Ladyboys of Bangkok have been delighting audiences around the world with their spectacular blend of glamour, humour and high-energy performance. Featuring iconic pop favourites, breathtaking costumes, impressive choreography and plenty of surprises along the way, this is a show designed to leave you smiling from beginning to end.

Whether you're planning a night out with friends or simply looking for something unforgettable, Full Moon promises an evening of pure entertainment and escapism.

📅 24 June
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4f2GoZh

🎭✨ WatFringe - Watford Fringe Festival is back… and our line-up is packed with comedy, music, dance, theatre, cabaret an...
17/06/2026

🎭✨ WatFringe - Watford Fringe Festival is back… and our line-up is packed with comedy, music, dance, theatre, cabaret and family-friendly fun 👀

Whether you're looking for a laugh, a night of live music, something thought-provoking, or a unique family day out, there's something for everyone at .

What's coming up?

🎭 Cornershop Shutdown — 10 July
😂 Aaron Simmonds: Death — 12 July
🎵 Mitch Benn: The Lehrer Effect — 12 July
🥁 Tabla: The Melodic Rhythms — 12 July
💃 Mansi Dabral Kathak Dance Academy — 12 July
👑 Rachel Creeger: Queen of the Jews — 12 July
🎨 Montage Of Monet — 19 July
🎤 Dan Tien: Musical Theatre Cabaret — 21 July
🎶 Southern Beauty: Alison from Beautiful South — 23 July
📚 Humdinger Words for Lollygaggers... — 25 July
👨‍👩‍👧 Humdinger Words for Whippersnappers and Guttersnipes — 25 July

From comedy and live music to dance, storytelling and family entertainment, Watford Fringe celebrates creativity in all its forms.

So... what are you booking? 👀
🎟 Book here: https://bit.ly/4vdpJaN

🎄👠Casting news for A Christmas Carol...HE'S BACK!We are absolutely thrilled that Watford's favourite Dame, Terence Frisc...
17/06/2026

🎄👠Casting news for A Christmas Carol...HE'S BACK!

We are absolutely thrilled that Watford's favourite Dame, Terence Frisch, is returning for A Christmas Carol: The Pantomime this year!

A festive favourite since 2012, Terence has become a beloved part of Christmas at The Palace, and this year he'll be taking on not only the Dame... but ALL of the Ghosts of Christmas too! 👻👀

Joining him is acclaimed actor Larry Lambourne as the grumpiest Watfordian of them all, Ebenezer Scrooge.

Expect pop hits, big laughs, larger-than-life characters, and plenty of Watford magic as Jakebob Marley, Bob Scratchit, the Dame and the whole community help Scrooge discover the true meaning of Christmas.

There's never been a better time to book…

📅 29 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
🎟️ ALL tickets are currently just £15, ⏰ but only until 31 August. Tickets: bit.ly/49w2Jv1

That's the lowest price you'll see all year, so book now for the best seats before they're gone!

17/06/2026

🎭✨ Just 3 days left to catch The Last Laugh...

The wait is over. The Last Laugh opened yesterday, bringing together , and in a witty, warm and moving fictional backstage meeting.

As three of Britain's greatest entertainers share memories, jokes and reflections on lives spent making others laugh, audiences are given a rare glimpse behind the public personas and into the friendships, challenges and triumphs that shaped their remarkable careers.

Packed with humour, nostalgia and genuine heart, The Last Laugh is a fitting tribute to three comedy legends whose influence continues to be felt today.

📅 Runs until 20 June
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4c0pjfv

🎟️👀 The best panto seats won't be around forever… and right now, ALL tickets are just £15The ticket price will rise at t...
13/06/2026

🎟️👀 The best panto seats won't be around forever… and right now, ALL tickets are just £15

The ticket price will rise at the end of August, so we really mean it when we say book now for the best seats at the best prices! There will be no Black Friday or Flash sale prices this year, so this really is the cheapest tickets will be.

👻 Don't be haunted by leaving it too late
🎄 Secure the best seats
💰 Get the best price

Enjoy a festive adventure packed with laughs, sparkle, music and plenty of Christmas magic.

📅 29 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
🎟 Book here: bit.ly/49w2Jv1

✨🎩 Something magical is taking shape...Here's a sneak peek of rehearsals for It’s Not a Game - Starring award-winning Il...
13/06/2026

✨🎩 Something magical is taking shape...

Here's a sneak peek of rehearsals for It’s Not a Game - Starring award-winning Illusionists Jay & Joss, coming to Watford Palace Theatre, bringing…

🧠 mind-reading
🔮 predictions that shouldn't be possible
🃏 sleight of hand you'll swear you followed

Known for their appearances on Britain's Got Talent and Penn and Teller: Fool Us, Jay & Joss combine mind-reading, sleight of hand and impossible predictions to create a show that constantly challenges what audiences believe is possible.

Expect mind-blowing illusions and surprises you won't see coming. This is magic like you've never experienced before!

📅 4 July
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/41U3LfO

🎭✨ Opening Tuesday next week at Watford Palace Theatre...What might happen if , and were given one final chance to ...
12/06/2026

🎭✨ Opening Tuesday next week at Watford Palace Theatre...

What might happen if , and were given one final chance to sit down together?

The Last Laugh imagines a backstage encounter between three of Britain's most beloved entertainers, combining sharp comedy, fond memories and poignant reflections on lives spent making the nation laugh.

As old stories are revisited and friendships rekindled, the play explores the triumphs, pressures and personal moments behind the public personas. Warm, witty and deeply moving, it offers a unique celebration of three remarkable careers and an unforgettable era of British comedy.

📅 16–20 June
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4c0pjfv

11/06/2026

🕊️✨ An extraordinary story of beauty, sacrifice and liberation comes to Watford Palace Theatre this July.

Aakash Odedra Company's Songs of the Bulbul is a captivating dance production inspired by an ancient myth and dedicated to the memory of Aakash Odedra's mother.

Blending the elegance of dance with Sufi storytelling, classical Indian music and orchestral composition, the production tells the story of a caged nightingale whose final song becomes its most powerful.

Rich in symbolism and emotion, Songs of the Bulbul explores the human search for freedom, connection and transcendence through movement, music and breathtaking visual imagery.

A truly immersive theatrical experience unlike any other.

📅 3 July
🎟 Book now: https://bit.ly/4x3B5j0

Video & Audio Credit & Licensing: Aakash Odedra Company

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20 Clarendon Road
Watford
WD171JZ

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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+441923225671

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