Here’s just some of the bigger events, for which tickets are still available. For a guide to outdoor shows and festivals see here.
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9. Adele - The Journey So Far, Stack Seaburn, August
It's well known for its food, drink and family entertainment offering, but Stack is also a great venue for live music as part of its paid events programme. Performed by Stacey Lee, the Adele - The Journey So Far show brings to the stage the star’s biggest hits on August 28. Tickets are on sale now. | Submitted
10. Inside No. 9 Stage/Fright, Sunderland Empire, September
The stage version of Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith’s popular show Inside No. 9 is heading to the North East later this year as part of a new UK tour. Nominated for a prestigious Olivier Award this year in the Best New Entertainment or Comedy Play category, Stage / Fright features comedic, spooky and dramatic moments as fans of the TV show have come to expect, with some familiar characters and stories mixing with brand new material. It will make its Sunderland debut from September 16-20. | Marc Brenner
11. Lovely Laura, The Point, September
A flavour of the White Isle comes to Wearside when Lovely Laura & Ben Santiago take over OUTTA HOUSE at The Point Events Venue. The daytime clubbing experience takes place on September 20 from 4pm to 8pm. | Submitted
12. Mary Poppins, Sunderland Empire, October
Following a record-breaking run in London’s West End, where the show received rave reviews and nightly standing ovations, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group bring Mary Poppins to Sunderland Empire from October 1- 25. Expect timeless songs and special effects. | Submitted