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
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…
Live Music
More Info about Buddy Holly and The Cricketers
Buddy Holly and The Cricketers! 33 Years of Rock ‘n’ Rolling The World! All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are…
More Info about John Barrowman – Laid Bare
JOHN BARROWMAN, LAID BARE is his newest show, unwavering and uncensored about his passion for life and his profound love of song and story. In…
More Info about Ward Thomas
Hampshire country music duo Ward Thomas have announced an intimate, acoustic UK tour early 2025. Hailed as the UK’s most successful country act, twin sisters…
More Info about Fairport Convention
Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, having formed in 1967. During that time the band that launched British folk-rock…
More Info about My Heart Will Go On
Celine – My Heart Will Go On MY HEART WILL GO ON – is the ultimate celebration concert of the music of one of the…
More Info about Oasiz
OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as…
More Info about Black Is The Color Of My Voice
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights…
More Info about Paul Hopkins’ Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Exp.
Come and enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment jam-packed with non-stop hits, big-screen action, expert narrative and lots of fun. You will be taken on…
Comedy
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…
More Info about Live at The EMC
Live At The EMC brings a selection of the best circuit comedians in the UK, rising stars and familiar faces from TV to the Eric…
More Info about Miles Jupp – On I Bang
Since Miles’ last tour finished at The London Palladium in 2017, he’s been in The Full Monty on Disney Plus, The Durrells and Why Didn’t…
Family
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 Teach Rex
After receiving over 3000 5⭐ reviews for their events and selling out hundreds of shows around the UK. The award winning, Teach Rex team are…
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…
More Info about Flowers and Friendship Bracelets
FLOWERS AND FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS The Ultimate Pop Concert! Get ready for a dazzling explosion of Music, Dance, and Excitement as Flowers and Friendship Bracelets takes to…
More Info about The Worst Princess
Full House Theatre’s new family show is about to explode into a theatre near you bringing this bestselling picture book to life on stage. The…
Variety
More Info about Harpenden and Wheathampstead District Gang Show
Harpenden & Wheathampstead Gang Show The annual multi-award-winning spectacular of song, dance and comedy returns to the EMC for its 75th run! 143 Scouts aged…
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 John Barrowman – Laid Bare
JOHN BARROWMAN, LAID BARE is his newest show, unwavering and uncensored about his passion for life and his profound love of song and story. In…
More Info about Ronnie, Reggie and Me – Fred Dinenage
Ronnie, Reggie and Me – with Fred Dinenage The definitive insight into the real life of Britain’s most notorious gangsters, from their trusted official biographer….
More Info about How To Beat Scammers with Nick Stapleton
Nick Stapleton is an expert investigative journalist and for over a decade he’s delved into the shadows, unravelling scams, frauds, and unethical practices. Nick has…
More Info about Kate Mosse, Labyrinth: Unlocking the Secrets of the Labyrinth
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her global No 1 bestseller, Kate Mosse is set to thrill audiences anew with her unforgettable one-woman show, Labyrinth…
More Info about John Power – Cast, The La’s and Me
John Power had the best rock’n’roll apprenticeship ever – playing bass as an 18-year-old in The La’s. Forming Cast in 1991, he sang, wrote songs,…
More Info about An Evening with World Cup Winner Sir Geoff Hurst
Sir Geoff Hurst brings his farewell ‘evening with’ tour to the Eric Morecambe Centre in 2025. Back by popular demand following the overwhelming success of…
More Info about Mike Peters from The Alarm: Love, Hope, Strength.
It’s been a remarkable career. Mike Peters, frontman of The Alarm, created one of Britain’s best-loved rock bands at the turn of the 1980s. He…
More Info about ABC – An Intimate Evening with Martin Fry
The hits earned their place in pop history. From Poison Arrow to The Look Of Love, from All Of My Heart, and Be Near Me,…
Drama
More Info about Dick Whittington – HURST Children’s Theatre Group
The Hurst Children’s Theatre Group is about to put on its 18th Pantomime since the group was established nearly 20 years ago. This year we…
More Info about Black Is The Color Of My Voice
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights…
More Info about Jesus Christ Superstar
Harpenden Musical Theatre Company Presents Jesus Christ Superstar! Twelve Disciples. One Traitor. No Turning Back. This global phenomenon rock opera, loosely based on the Gospels…
More Info about The Worst Princess
Full House Theatre’s new family show is about to explode into a theatre near you bringing this bestselling picture book to life on stage. The…
Sport
More Info about An Evening with World Cup Winner Sir Geoff Hurst
Sir Geoff Hurst brings his farewell ‘evening with’ tour to the Eric Morecambe Centre in 2025. Back by popular demand following the overwhelming success of…
More Info about Annabel Croft From Tennis Balls to Glitter Balls
The beloved former tennis pro turned experienced broadcaster is hitting the road for an exclusive 28-date tour across England, Scotland, and Wales starting September 25,…
Community Events
More Info about Dick Whittington – HURST Children’s Theatre Group
The Hurst Children’s Theatre Group is about to put on its 18th Pantomime since the group was established nearly 20 years ago. This year we…
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
The Brilliance of Brunel – the man who built the modern world Lecturer: Ian Swankie We are still living amongst the infrastructure created by Isambard…
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
Making an Old Master: Apprenticeship and Studio Life for the Would-Be Artist” Lecturer: Chantal Brotherton-Ratcliffe What did ignorant 10 year-old boys like the young Botticelli…
More Info about The Arts Society Harpenden Area
From Prehistory to the Present Day – The Bird in Art Lecturer: Frank Woodgate Most people love watching and listening to birds, from colourful jays…
