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Skids / Theatre Of Hate Tickets

The Sugarmill, Stoke On Trent

Sunday 29th Nov 2026 7:00pm

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Theatre Of Hate

SKIDS / THEATRE OF HATE – Co Headline Tour

Two era defining artists SKIDS & THEATRE OF HATE come together this autumn for an explosive UK co-headline tour.

SKIDS

The Skids formed in 1977 in their hometown of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan. After releasing an independent single the band was played by John Peel, supported The Clash in concert and then were signed to Virgin Records in 1978. Their first singles were “Sweet Surburbia”, “The Saints are Coming” and “Into the Valley” – the latter reaching the UK Top Ten in early 1979.

Their seminal debut album “Scared to Dance” came out in 1979 which was quickly followed by two chart singles – “Masquerade” and “Working for the Yankee Dollar”. Both singles were taken from the Bill Nelson produced second album “Days in Europa”. The album also featured new member Rusty Egan of Rich Kids & Visage fame after the departure of Tom Kellichan. The band released two more albums “The Absolute Game” (1980) and “Joy” (1981) before splitting.

The current Skids line up sees the lineup stripped back to an explosive 4 piece with Richard Jobson, Peter Byrchmore (Membranes), Hernandez (Drums) & Connor Whyte (Guitar).

THEATRE OF HATE

In 1980, Kirk Brandon formed THEATRE OF HATE from the ashes of heralded punk band The Pack. Joining Kirk on vocals were notable punk musicians Stan Stammers and Luke Rendall, along with old school friend, Steve Guthrie and Canadian born John “Boy” Lennard, who revolutionised the band’s sound with his haunting sax lines.

Theatre Of Hate’s debut double-A-side single, “Legion”/”Original Sin”, topped the independent chart in 1980, and “Westworld”, their debut album, produced by Mick Jones from The Clash and released in 1982, held the number one position for 21 weeks. The single taken from the album, “Do You Believe In The West- world?” has become an anthem and is still widely played in clubs and on international radio, as well as featuring on numerous compilation albums.

Theatre Of Hate imploded in 1982, with Kirk taking Stan forward to form Spear Of Destiny, but the band has resurfaced over the years to play some very special shows across the UK, Europe and the USA.

The band now have a settled line up of Kirk Brandon, Stan Stammers, Chris Bell & Clive Osborne who astound their loyal fanbase with high-octane live shows featuring new songs and classics from their back catalogue.

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Brunswick Street
Hanley
Stoke-on-Trent
UK
ST1 1DR

Venue age restrictions:

Over 14s only

Accessibility Information

Step-free access may be available for some areas; contact the venue in advance for specific accessibility requirements.

The Sugarmill is one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most iconic live music venues, located in the heart of Hanley’s Cultural Quarter. Since opening in the mid-1990s, the venue has built a strong reputation for showcasing emerging talent alongside established acts, making it a cornerstone of the city’s live music scene.

Known for its intimate atmosphere and energetic crowds, The Sugarmill regularly hosts live gigs, DJ club nights and special events across a wide range of genres, including indie, rock, electronic, alternative and hip hop. Over the years, the venue has played an important role in the early careers of several internationally successful artists, cementing its status as a must-visit venue for music fans in Staffordshire and beyond.

The Sugarmill is centrally located in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, making it easy to reach from across the city and surrounding areas.

The venue is close to other popular nightlife spots and is within walking distance of bars, restaurants and late-night food venues, making it ideal for a full night out.

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