Please find below details of shows and events at Lighthouse Poole for January 2025.
Sleeping Beauty
until Sunday 5 January, various times, Theatre
From the same team that brought you the UK Panto Award-winning Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella and last year’s hit Aladdin, Sleeping Beauty really will be your dream pantomime. Written and directed by CBeebies favourite Chris Jarvis, who also appears as Dame Nanny Nutkins, EastEnders star Todd Carty heads as the cast as the King.
BSO: New Year's Day Viennese Gala
Wednesday 1 January, 3pm, Concert Hall
Ring in the New Year in style with conductor Tom Featherstonhaugh as we celebrate the music of Johann Strauss and his contemporaries.
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Saturday 11 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way.
Coastal Comedy
Saturday 11 January 8pm, Sherling Studio
Our monthly stand up comedy night returns with host Adrienne Coles and three more top comedians. Age guidance: 18+
Screen On Stage: ROH: Wolf Witch Giant Fairy (cert TBC)
Tuesday 14 January, 7.30pm
An 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier Award-winning run in 2021. Showing in our Theatre on our state-of-the-art giant screen.
The Royal Opera: The Tales of Hoffman (cert TBC)
Wednesday 15 January, 6.45pm, Cinema
Through the haze of the years, a poet remembers the women he loved, but when it comes to matters of the heart, nothing is as it seems. Particularly when the Devil himself is involved…
Encore: Saturday 18 January, 6.45pm, Cinema
BSO: Tales of Passion
Wednesday 15 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
Valentina Peleggi conducts music by Vaughan Williams, Tchaikovsky and Rimsky- Korsakov.
Ed Byrne
Thursday 16 January, 7.45pm, Theatre
From the quote attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs. Age guidance: 14+
Original Music Awards 2025
Friday 17 January, 6.45pm, Concert Hall
The annual red carpet event to celebrate those who work in Dorset’s original music sector. Nominees and winners are decided by an independent panel of music reviewers, musicians, backstage crew, radio presenters and festival organisers. Among the special awards winners is Dorset-born artist PJ Harvey for her inspirational contribution to the county’s music scene.
Studio Jazz & Sound Cellar: Daniel Casimir
Friday 17 January, 7.45pm
In the first of a new partnership between Studio Jazz and Sound Cellar we’re delighted to welcome the multi award winning composer / bassist Daniel Casimir, featuring the stunning vocals of Ria Moran.
BSO: Viennese Whirls
Wednesday 22 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
Mark Wrigglesworth conducts music by J Strauss, Berg and Brahms with guest violinist Alena Baeva.
The Nutcracker
Thursday 23, Friday 24, Saturday 25 January, 7pm (2.30pm Sat mat), Theatre
A live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky’s splendid score adds the finishing touch to this joyous spectacle, making it the perfect introduction to classical ballet. This UK tour features the performing artists of Mergaliyev Classical Ballet. Age guidance: 6+
Boyzlife feat Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden
Thursday 23 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
The supergroup featuring Boyzone’s Keith Duffy and Westlife’s Brian McFadden celebrate the iconic and era-defining hits from both acts with their first tour in two years.
Back in the Day
Friday 24 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
This brand-new show takes you on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant sounds of the 80s, 90s and 00s, all brought to life by exceptional vocalists and a sensational live band.
Strictly Extravaganza 2025
Saturday 25 January, 6.30pm, Concert Hall
Forest Holme Hospice present their annual Strictly Extravaganza with a gala dinner and evening of entertainment raising money for a good cause. Who will claim the 2025 title and win the glitter ball trophy?
Holocaust Memorial Day
Sunday 26 January 2pm, Theatre
Monday 27 January 2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. 2025 also marks the 30th anniversary of the Bosnian genocide. The Bournemouth and Poole Holocaust Memorial Day Committee will mark both these anniversaries. After an act of commemoration, a Muslim survivor of the Bosnian genocide who now lives in Bournemouth will speak ahead of the main speaker, the daughter of Holocaust survivor, Yehuda Bacon.
Big Sing 2025: Broadway Melodies
Sunday 26 January, 4pm, Concert Hall
Join Bournemouth Symphony Chorus in a singing workshop followed by an informal run through of songs from some of the greatest Broadway shows including Guys and Dolls and Jesus Christ Superstar and the hits of Rodgers and Hammerstein. The day will be led by Gavin Carr, inspirational Director of the BSC.
BSO: Petrushka
Wednesday 29 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
Tianyi Lu conducts music by Shostakovich, Mozart and Stravinsky with guest pianist Elisabeth Brauss.
Armonico Consort – Spem In Alium/Supersize Polyphony 2
Thursday 30 January, 7pm, Concert Hall
Armonico Consort made its name with the critically acclaimed Supersize Polyphony programme of choral music on a colossal scale. Back again with even more daring and adventurous staging in 20, 40, and even 60 different voice parts. Age guidance: 12+
Peter Andre in The Best of Frankie Valli
Friday 31 January, 7.30pm, Concert Hall
Starring Peter Andre, a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time.
Studio Jazz: Tony Kofi Tenor Legacy
Friday 31 January, 7.45pm, Sherling Studio
Tony Kofi is one of the best and also most in-demand British saxophonists whose previous visits to Lighthouse have been very popular.
Tickets and information 01202 280000