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Nottingham has an excellent and well-deserved reputation for fantastic theatre, from home-grown productions to national and international touring shows. Read on to find out more about the thriving theatre scene or scroll down to see all current and upcoming shows.

Nottingham Playhouse has been one of the UK’s leading producing theatres since it’s foundation in 1948 and their dynamic output continues to shine. In 2023, they were awarded the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre Award by the UK Theatres Association in recognition of their dedication to inclusivity through their iconic building, making connections with the local community and diversity of programming. Chief Executive Stephanie Sirr and Artistic Director Adam Penford are recognised as industry leaders.

The historic and beautiful Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall offers a fantastic and diverse year-round programme, including comedy and a variety of other events to enjoy. Don’t miss the chance to go behind the scenes and tred the boards on one of Ezekial Bone's Magic Lantern Tours.

Nottingham Lakeside Arts, located on the beautiful High Fields campus of the University of Nottingham, host a varied programme of performances throughout the year, from thought-proving plays and avant-garde international dance, and have developed an excellent reputation for their heart-warming family theatre.

Nottingham also has a thriving independent and fringe theatre scene, with Nottingham Arts Theatre and the Lace Market Theatre both offering high quality in-house productions as well as offbeat fringe theatre, comedy and events.

Opened in 2017, the Squire Performing Arts Centre is a smaller, modern theatre in Nottingham City Centre which often hosts local and national companies. As well as a broad events programme they are also committed to providing arts and performance education.

Whilst primarily a cinema, Broadway is the hub of the lively, independent Hockley district’s entertainment scene - they regularly screen National Theatre Live events from across the globe.

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Adam Ant

Adam Ant

Nottingham

Pop icon, Adam Ant is going on tour performing his classic chart-topping hits and personal favourites.

Dates

From:
26 Oct 2024
Peter Pan at the Theatre Royal Nottingham

Peter Pan at the Theatre Royal Nottingham

Nottingham

Join Peter Pan and the characters you know and love next Christmas in this high-flying swashbuckling adventure.

Dates

From:

7 Dec 2024to12 Jan 2025
War Horse

War Horse

Nottingham

This tour of War Horse marks 110 years since the start of the First World War and follows the 40th anniversary of the publication of Michael Morpurgo's global best-selling novel

Dates

From:

6 May 2025to17 May 2025Various Opening Times
The Gruffalo

The Gruffalo

Nottingham

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Dates

From:

14 Nov 2024to17 Nov 2024
Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

Nottingham

Nottingham Playhouse's legendary panto is back for 2024, with a giant of a story in Jack & the Beanstalk.

Dates

From:

29 Nov 2024to18 Jan 2025
Newark Book Festival 2024

Newark Book Festival 2024

Newark

Discover the magic and playfulness of words at Newark Book Festival, set across the stunning market town on the fringe of Nottinghamshire.

Dates

From:

11 July 2024to14 July 2024Various Opening Times
Treasure Island: An Adult Panto by Far Out Theatre

Treasure Island: An Adult Panto by Far Out Theatre

Nottingham

Get ready for a cheeky romp with Far Out Theatre on Pleasure Island with their latest, adult pantomime!

Dates

From:
7 Dec 2024Open 19:30 -
Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

Southwell

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer for a brand-new telling of this classic fairy tale.

Venue

Southwell Minster and Archbishop's Palace, Southwell

Dates

From:
27 July 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
From:
7 Aug 2024
From:
30 Aug 2024
The Bootleg Beatles

The Bootleg Beatles

Nottingham

Regarded the world over as the gold standard of Tribute, The Bootleg Beatles return to the Royal Concert Hall this December for another nostalgic whirlwind trip through the sixties.

Dates

From:
14 Dec 2024
We Love Musicals | Summer School

We Love Musicals | Summer School

Nottingham

Entertain your children this summer with Summer School Workshops at the Nottingham Arts Theatre.

Dates

From:

5 Aug 2024to9 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

From:

19 Aug 2024to23 Aug 2024
Murder: Staged

Murder: Staged

Nottingham

Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour – research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time – MURDER:STAGED.

Dates

From:
15 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -
Dear Zoo

Dear Zoo

Nottingham

Dear Zoo the timeless children's classic book returns to the stage!

Dates

From:
1 Oct 2024
Ori-Já!

Ori-Já!

Nottingham

Ori (from "Ori" meaning head and "Já" meaning now) is a dance performance that invites the audience to explore and recognise the daily influences of the African diaspora in Brazil through the perspective of the Yoruba people and their Orixas…

Dates

From:
20 July 2024Open 18:00 -
Sister Act

Sister Act

Nottingham

Brace yourselves sisters – the habit is returning to Nottingham! Don't miss this eagerly anticipated 2024 Olivier Award-nominated production

Dates

From:

16 Sep 2024to21 Sep 2024
Open-Air Theatre at Newstead Abbey

Open-Air Theatre at Newstead Abbey

Nottingham

The popular Open-Air Theatre season returns to Newstead Abbey this summer with a programme of new and traditional performances.

Venue

Newstead Abbey, Nottingham

Dates

From:
24 July 2024
From:
8 Aug 2024
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30 Aug 2024
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31 Aug 2024
Dear Evan Hansen

Dear Evan Hansen

Nottingham

The UK premiere of a brand-new production of smash hit musical Dear Evan Hansen will open at Nottingham Playhouse on 9 September 2024.

Dates

From:

9 Sep 2024to28 Sep 2024Open 19:30 - 19:30
The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling

Nottingham

Specially created for children ages 3 – 8, a brand-new version of this charming tale is the perfect introduction to live theatre.

Dates

From:

5 Dec 2024to4 Jan 2025Open 12:30 - 13:20
Cirque Du Soiree Variety Show

Cirque Du Soiree Variety Show

Nottingham

This is a fabulous opportunity to see top quality acts without travelling to London or paying theatre prices.

Dates

From:
8 Sep 2024
A Raisin in the Sun

A Raisin in the Sun

Nottingham

Groundbreaking, pioneering and challenging, Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun broke barriers as the first play by a Black woman on Broadway.

Venue

Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham

Dates

From:

5 Nov 2024to16 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00
Only Fools and Horses The Musical

Only Fools and Horses The Musical

Nottingham

Based on John Sullivan's legendary television show, this critically acclaimed home-grown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain's best loved TV series. With a script and original score written by John's son, Jim Sullivan, and…

Dates

From:

21 Apr 2025to26 Apr 2025Various Opening Times