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Joseph Beech and Andrew Forbes
Joseph Beech became Sub-Organist of Durham Cathedral in September 2019, serving as the principal accompanist for the Cathedral Choir and assisting in conducting and training choristers. Previously, he was Assistant Master of the Music at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh, accompanying services, recordings, and tours. A native of Nottingham and later a resident of Grantham he was part of the St Wulfram’s music scene for many years, Afterwards he held scholarships at St George's Chapel, Windsor, and the Royal Academy of Music, where he won a Regency Award. He also held organ scholarships at major London churches. Beyond Durham, he performs across the UK and Germany and teaches organ. He is Vice-President of the Edinburgh Society of Organists.

Andrew Forbes is a Scottish organist. He is the Director of Music of Glasgow Cathedral and the Artistic Director of Glasgow Cathedral Festival. He is also a harpsichordist and conductor. In addition to his work at Glasgow Cathedral, he has a freelance career as a soloist and ensemble player, with appearances on BBC TV and radio, and concert performances across Europe. Dates: Wed 14 Booking and More Information

NT LIVE: Hamlet Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.
Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one.
National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining. Dates: Thu 22 Booking and More Information

Snow White - Polka Dot Pantomimes 2025 Mirror Mirror On The Wall. What’s the fairest panto of them all?

Following last year’s record breaking pantomime the Guildhall Arts Centre and Polka Dot Pantomimes are proud to present this year’s magical Christmas extravaganza SNOW WHITE.

This enchanting fairytale will captivate audiences of all ages and is the perfect festive treat for the whole family. With spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects, hilarious jokes and plenty of audience participation SNOW WHITE promises something for everyone.

The show will once again star Grantham’s favourite Dame JOHN HIGHTON who will be appearing in his 11th Guildhall pantomime as Nurse Nelly alongside a full supporting principal cast and wonderful professional dancers. Dates: Fri 02, Sat 03, Sun 04 Booking and More Information

The Royal Opera: LA TRAVIATA At one of her lavish parties, celebrated Parisan courtesan Violetta is introduced to Alfredo Germont. The two fall madly in love, and though hesitant to leave behind her life of luxury and freedom, Violetta follows her heart. But the young couple’s happiness is short-lived, as the harsh realities of life soon come knocking.
As intimate as it is sumptuous, La traviata features some of opera’s most famous melodies, and is a star vehicle for its leading soprano role sung by Ermonela Jaho. In director Richard Eyre’s world of seductive grandeur, the tender and devastating beauty at the centre of Verdi’s opera shines bright. Dates: Wed 14 Booking and More Information

Wired For Sound – The Cliff Richard Show Jimmy Jemain is the world's best known Cliff Richard tribute artiste and has, indeed, travelled extensively across the globe presenting his fantastic all-live show to excited audiences. Dates: Sat 24 Booking and More Information