What is WAITRESS?
WAITRESS is the much-loved musical comedy serving up heart, humour and hope — and it’s coming to the Lyceum in Sheffield for one week only.

Described by The Times as “a slice of five-star musical pie”, this feel-good hit tells a deeply human story about friendship, resilience and finding your own voice, all set to a soundtrack audiences have fallen in love with.
What’s the story?
Meet Jenna, a waitress and gifted pie-maker stuck in a life that hasn’t turned out the way she hoped. Dreaming of something better, she finds her world turned upside down when a new doctor arrives in town.

With the unwavering support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna navigates love, tough choices and self-discovery — learning that laughter, friendship and courage might just be the perfect recipe for happiness.
Who created the musical?
WAITRESS is brought to life by a groundbreaking, female-led creative team, featuring:
Music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles (Love Song, Brave)
Book by Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam)
Direction by Diane Paulus, Tony® Award winner (Pippin, Finding Neverland)
The show’s score has been praised as “one of the best in years” (The Stage), blending pop, musical theatre and emotional storytelling with ease.
Why is WAITRESS so popular?
Audiences and critics alike have embraced WAITRESS for its warmth, wit and honesty. It’s funny without being fluffy, emotional without being heavy, and packed with songs that stay with you long after the curtain falls.

At its heart, it’s a celebration of chosen family, female friendship and the quiet strength it takes to change your life.
Important audience information
The show includes adult themes and content
Discretion is advised for parents considering bringing children under 13
Cast appearances may vary during the run
Who is this event for?
This musical will appeal to:
Fans of contemporary musical theatre
Audiences who enjoy character-driven stories
Groups of friends and theatre lovers
Anyone looking for meaningful, feel-good things to do in Sheffield
(Suitable for ages 13+)

🎟 Tickets and full event details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/waitress-2026

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When Sir Charles Baskerville is found dead on his estate, with a look of terror still etched on his face, and the paw prints of a gigantic hound beside his body, the great detective Sherlock Holmes is summoned from Baker Street, with Dr. Watson in tow, to unravel the mysteries surrounding his death, and investigate the ancient curse of the Hound of the Baskervilles...

Packed with verbal and visual ingenuity, this zany, faced-paced spoof sees three actors playing ten characters! Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s most celebrated Sherlock Holmes story gets a gloriously funny makeover in this adaptation for the stage by Steven Canny and John Nicholson.

Book now to see another cracking comedy from Sheffield's finest amateur theatre company, it's guaranteed to be a great night out! Book at tudorplayers.net or call 0114 400 0611. Tickets are £12/£13 (booking fees apply).

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🥳Join us on Saturday 17th October for vol 4 of Heads Will Roll clubnight: electroclash, dance-punk, witch house, indie-sleaze, riot grrrl, indietronica, art-pop, oddities and more. Bonus projected video art all night. Now at a FULLY ACCESSIBLE 150cap venue Arundel Emporium, thanks to the team at Record Junkee Community & Arts.

🎵Expect to hear music from CSS, The Faint, Soulwax, Ladytron, Crystal Castles, Le Tigre, Gossip, The Rapture, , La Roux. LCD Soundsystem, CHVRCHES, Hot Chip, The Strokes, MGMT, Sleigh Bells, Late of the Pier, The Dare, The Kills, !!!, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Bikini Kill, Grimes, New Young Pony Club, Peaches, Miss Kittin, Bratmobile, ADULT, I-F, bis, Felix da Housecat, Chromatics, The B-52s, Crossover, Vitalic, Fischerspooner, Vive La Fete, Pictureplane, Mareux, Chicks on Speed, Patrick Wolf, The Knife, White Ring, SALEM, Glass Candy, Creme de Menthe, Cold Cave, Les Savy Fav, Out Hud, Q and Not U, Boy Harsher, Ritualz, Crim3s, M83, Modest Mouse, Tiga, Little Computer People, Legowelt, Yelle and many more.

🚪Doors: 8pm. DJ set begins 8.30pm
💤Ends: 1am

🎟️Tickets: from £7.50 earlybird (limited numbers) +booking fee at https://www.ticketsource.com/heads-will-roll/heads-will-roll/e-zpmgak

📍Location: Arundel Emporium, 16 Matilda St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4QD.

🍻Facilities: Arundel Emporium has a fully licensed bar selling local beers, wine and spirits. The bar takes cash and card.

🦽Accessibility: The venue is fully accessible with a lift and ramps. Lots of seating (tables with benches). There is also an accessible gender-neutral toilet. There is projected video all night with strobing effects which may affect some photosensitive folks, and a smoke machine.

💻Tickets: All tickets are sold online via Ticketsource. No refunds except in the case of venue cancellation. Thanks!

🔞18+ event. Please bring ID if you are lucky enough to look under 25.

👜Please note, bags will be checked upon entry.

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