Harpenden’s Eric Morecambe Centre opened its doors in September 2021. This state-of-the-art culture and entertainment venue boasts a variety of different spaces for theatre, music, exhibitions, meetings and is the home to Harpenden Museum. We regularly host live music, tribute acts, comedy, theatre productions, school concerts, an annual Christmas Panto as well as a comprehensive film programme. Our venue is used by local activity groups including dance and exercise classes, as well as popular local toddler and pre-school groups. Our function rooms provide the perfect venue for private celebrations including weddings and birthdays, as well as charity and corporate events.
Full List of What’s On
Live Music
More Info about Sixties Gold Starring The Tremeloes with The Searchers
The Tremeloes – Timeless Legends of British Rock The Tremeloes, one of the most enduring and influential bands in the history of British rock music,…
More Info about Shaun Ryder – Happy Mondays and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays
He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a…
More Info about PP Arnold – Soul Survivor – An Intimate Evening of Music and Conversation
PP Arnold is the Soul Survivor. Her story is one of musical highs, personal lows, and that extraordinary voice. She joined Ike and Tina Turner Reveue at the…
More Info about The South
When great British pop institution, The Beautiful South split in 2007, some members of the band didn’t feel ready to hang up their microphones or…
More Info about The Story of Swing
The Story of Swing 🎺 From The Ratpack to Robbie, from Basie to Bublé. Presented by Award winning vocalist and World Class trumpet player, Gareth…
More Info about The Wonder of Stevie
The ultimate celebration of the genius of Stevie Wonder! Voted one of Britain’s top soul singers, mesmeric vocalist Noel McCalla, award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash (Jools…
More Info about Kerry Ellis
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both…
More Info about Fleetwood Bac
FLEETWOOD BAC are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the…
Comedy
More Info about Live at the EMC
Harpenden’s biggest comedy club night presents its October edition. Live At The EMC brings a selection of the best circuit comedians in the UK, rising…
More Info about Alfie Brown: Open Hearted Human Enquiry
Alfie Brown: Open Hearted Human Enquiry. The award winning comedian Alfie Brown is back with his first show since the fabric of his reality disintegrated….
More Info about Phil Walker Happy Bunny
He’s a husband, a Dad, a man in the middle of life desperately trying to stay relevant in the ever-changing world around him. He’s done…
Family
More Info about The Very Hungry Caterpillar
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable…
More Info about Sleeping Beauty
This Christmas, you’re invited to the pantomime of your dreams – SLEEPING BEAUTY, at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden. Once upon a time in a…
More Info about The Wizard of Oz
For the perfect Easter treat, Polka Dot Pantomimes’ sparkling new adaption of The Wizard of Oz lands on stage in Harpenden. Are you ready to…
Pantomime
More Info about Sleeping Beauty
This Christmas, you’re invited to the pantomime of your dreams – SLEEPING BEAUTY, at the Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden. Once upon a time in a…
More Info about The Wizard of Oz
For the perfect Easter treat, Polka Dot Pantomimes’ sparkling new adaption of The Wizard of Oz lands on stage in Harpenden. Are you ready to…
Variety
More Info about Buffy Revamped
This fast-paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the…
Spoken Word/Audience With
More Info about BBC Radio 4 recording of The Kitchen Cabinet
The Kitchen Cabinet If there’s anything you’ve ever wanted to know about food or cooking but didn’t know whom to ask, read on… Come and…
More Info about Shaun Ryder – Happy Mondays and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays
He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder is hitting the road for a…
More Info about PP Arnold – Soul Survivor – An Intimate Evening of Music and Conversation
PP Arnold is the Soul Survivor. Her story is one of musical highs, personal lows, and that extraordinary voice. She joined Ike and Tina Turner Reveue at the…
More Info about Kerry Ellis
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both…
More Info about TJ Higgs – Psychic Medium
TJ Higgs: Grief is Love Tour 2024 TJ is well known for working alongside the late Colin Fry in many of his live theatre shows…
More Info about For Valour – The Story Of The Victoria Cross – Featuring Mark Smith
Antiques Expert on the Road featuring Mark Smith ‘For Valour – The Story of the Victoria Cross’ • Mark Smith the Medals & Militaria expert…
More Info about Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much
The Police, Hollywood, And Other Adventures A-List rock star Stewart Copeland enjoyed remarkable success with The Police, and is one of the greatest drummers of…
More Info about Ruby Wax: I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was
After a complete sell-out first run in 2023, Ruby Wax’s rawest, darkest, funniest and most compelling stage show yet announces brand new dates for 2024,…
Drama
More Info about Priscilla Queen Of The Desert – The Musical
Three glorious queens. One pink bus, An unforgettable road trip! *This show contains some strong language* Based on the smash-hit 1994 movie, starring Hugo Weaving,…
Community Events
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
Gustav Holst, “The Planets” and Beyond Lecturer: Roger Askew Thursday 19th September at 10.30am This lecture is in celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the…
More Info about International Older Persons Day
Join us in celebrating the launch of Age Friendly Hertfordshire, ahead of international Older Person’s Day, and considering the brilliant services available to those age…
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
Canal History and Heritage Lecturer: Roger Butler Thursday 17th October at 10.30am This lecture provides a colourful introduction to the secret world of our 2000-mile…
More Info about Prostate Cancer Walks Supported by the Eric Morecambe Centre
Prostate Cancer Walks Supported by the Eric Morecambe Centre On Thursday 17th October join Luton Town legend Mick Harford, Manager Rob Edwards plus David Pleat…
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
The Book, The Devil and my Uncle’s Bagpipe Lecturer: Sophie Matthews Thursday 21st November 2024 at 10.30am This lecture looks at the story of a…
