WHAT'S ON AT THE ORCHARD THEATRE & ORCHARD WEST, DARTFORD
What's On at the Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
The Orchard Theatre in Dartford, Kent, opened in 1983 and boasts 956 seats. It welcomes touring musicians, comedians, dance and theatre shows as well as hosts an annual pantomime.
While essential works - estimated to continue until at least May 2026 - are carried out following concerns over RAAC concrete, shows have been moved to Orchard West, a 1,000 capacity temporary theatre built just a 5 minute walk away on the Westgate site.
Trains take just 40 minutes from London Bridge and fall within London Fare Zone 8.
The Orchard Theatre in Dartford, Kent, opened in 1983 and boasts 956 seats. It welcomes touring musicians, comedians, dance and theatre shows as well as hosts an annual pantomime.
While essential works - estimated to continue until at least May 2026 - are carried out following concerns over RAAC concrete, shows have been moved to Orchard West, a 1,000 capacity temporary theatre built just a 5 minute walk away on the Westgate site.
Trains take just 40 minutes from London Bridge and fall within London Fare Zone 8.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
What's On at the Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Jason Manford
Orchard West
Thursday 26 March 2026
Jason Manford is back with his brand-new live show, A Manford All Seasons. The Manchester comedian has been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn't...Defying Gravity - West End Women
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Thursday 30 April 2026
An Evening with Defying Gravity: West End Women is an intimate concert celebrating women that have made their mark on the West End Stage. Join our cast as they perform female led songs from some of the world's best loved musicals, as well a...Simon Reeve
Orchard West
Thursday 14 May 2026
Author and TV presenter, Simon Reeve is one of the world's most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of documentary film-making combines travel and adventure with current affairs, history, wildlife, culture and conservation. His journey...
Amy & Carlos - Reborn
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Friday 29 May 2026
Having made a stunning return to the Strictly dancefloor, Amy Dowden MBE - accompanied by fellow sensational Strictly Come Dancing star Carlos Gu - truly feels Reborn. Join Amy and Carlos as they share an intimate portrait of their lives an...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Saturday 4 July 2026
After selling 100,000 tickets last year with its theatre tour, including sold-out shows at the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium and other UK venues, Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston is back bigger than ever with th...Al Murray
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Friday 4 September 2026
Hey cool cats! Hot on the heels of a sell-out 138 date tour of these green and groovy isles, The Guv will be back, baby, with a brand-new stand-up show for 2026. There's no denying the world's a mess daddio, but there is a glimmer of hope a...Operation Mincemeat
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Monday 12 - Saturday 17 October 2026
Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It's London's biggest hit with 77 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. Now also a Tony-nominated Best Musical on Broadway! The year ...The Legends in Vegas - After Hours
Orchard Theatre & Orchard West, Dartford
Tuesday 10 November 2026
The Legends: Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian in their BRAND NEW Show Vegas: After Hours-Where the Dance Floor Never Sleeps! Get ready for the ultimate night out-Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spe...Alan Carr
