The Waterside Theatre
📅 Upcoming Shows & Schedule
Across September 2026 – May 2027, The Waterside Theatre hosts 4 scheduled performances, spanning live music, touring theatre, and comedy. Featured headliners include Marillion, Justin Hayward, Katherine Jenkins, and Al Murray. Ticket prices currently range from £39.98 for entry-level access up to £39.98 for premium seating depending on the production.
📍 Area & Accommodation
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Upcoming Events at The Waterside Theatre
About The Waterside Theatre: Layout, History & Architecture
Opened in October 2010, The Waterside Theatre presents a contemporary architectural profile, primarily featuring a concrete and glass exterior. The main auditorium is a proscenium arch space designed for a variety of performances, accommodating approximately 1,200 seated patrons across its stalls, lower circle, and upper circle tiers. For amplified concerts, the capacity can expand to 1,800 with a standing pit configuration. Sightlines throughout the tiered seating are generally unobstructed, providing clear views of the stage. A secondary, flexible black box space known as the Norman Field Studio offers a more intimate setting for up to 225, suitable for smaller productions and community events. Acoustically, the main hall benefits from modern design principles, prioritising clarity for spoken word and musicals. For amplified music, the sound profile relies significantly on its integrated PA system, designed to provide coverage and depth across the auditorium.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entry to the venue leads into a bright, spacious foyer spread across multiple levels, which also houses several bars for pre-show and interval refreshments. Depending on the event, the main auditorium transforms from a fully seated experience, where tiered balconies offer excellent visual perspectives, to a partial standing arrangement for amplified music. In standing configurations, proximity to the stage is direct, leading to a denser crowd atmosphere. The venue's modern facilities ensure smooth ingress and egress for patrons. With 4 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £39.98. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Marillion on 21st September 2026.
Travel & Arrival Logistics
Rail & Mainline Connections
The nearest mainline station is Aylesbury, located approximately a 7-minute walk northwest of the theatre. Upon exiting the station, turn left onto Station Way. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Friars Square. Walk through the Friars Square shopping precinct and exit onto Waterside. Turn left, and the theatre will be immediately on your right.
Bus & Local Transit
The Aylesbury Bus Station is adjacent to The Waterside Theatre, offering connections to numerous local and regional bus routes. Many services stop directly outside or within a 2-minute walk of the venue. Coach services typically utilise the bus station for drop-offs and pick-ups.
Parking & Vehicle Access
The Waterside Car Park is situated directly beneath and adjacent to the theatre, offering immediate access. Additional parking options include Friarage Road Car Park and Exchange Street Car Park, both within a 5 to 8-minute walk to the north and northwest, respectively. All these are paid car parks; advance booking or payment via apps is advisable, especially for evening performances, due to potential congestion.
Entry, Queues & Security
The main entrance to The Waterside Theatre is located on Waterside, facing the Aylesbury Arm of the Grand Union Canal. Queue arrangements for entry typically form along the pavement directly outside. Standard bag search policies are in effect for all events. Patrons are advised to arrive at least 30-45 minutes before the advertised start time to allow for security checks, ticket scanning, and to locate seats or standing positions.