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GOOD GOLLY MISS MOLLY Returns for New Vic Theatre's 40th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026

The pioneering documentary rock musical that helped define the New Vic Theatre's signature actor-musician style will return to the theatre this April after a 33-year hiatus to mark the organisation's 40th anniversary celebrations.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to the Albany Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025

The Albany Theatre's festive adaptation of Beauty and the Beast will hit the stage on December 6, with a combination of the Midland theatrical talent and national theatre stars reimagining the beloved tale for the festive season.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to The Albany Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025

Inspired by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve’s original 18th-century fairy tale and newly adapted by award-winning writer Theresa Heskins, this enchanting production promises to be bigger, bolder, and more magical than ever before.

Full Cast Set For The New Vic Theatre Circus Theatre Production of Hans Christian Andersen's THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Full casting has been confirmed for the New Vic Theatre's adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

Sheffield Theatres Leads Nominees For 2025 UK Theatre Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The nominees for the UK Theatre Awards 2025 have been announced. The winners will be announced at this year's ceremony, taking place next month. Check out the full list of nominations here!

New Vic Theatre Will Mark 40th Anniversary With THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

In 2026, the New Vic Theatre – the UK's first purpose-built theatre-in-the-round and one of the country's most influential producing theatres - will celebrate the first part of its 40th anniversary year

World Premiere Of Arthur Berry's WHATEVER HAPPENED TO PHOEBE SALT Comes to the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025

The New Vic Theatre will produce the world premiere production of Whatever Happened to Phoebe Salt by Arthur Berry this May. Learn more about the show here!

New, Circus Theatre Adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

New Vic will present a new adaptation of The Little Mermaid, which will combine contemporary circus with enchanting storytelling. Learn more about the show here!

New Adaptation of A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH Comes to the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

The New Vic will produce a rare stage adaptation of an iconic British film this April when they bring Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's A Matter of Life and Death, to life on their in-the-round stage.

New Vic 2025 Spring Season Will Stage Adaptation of A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH and More
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2024

The New Vic announced its 2025 Spring Season, featuring a new stage adaptation of the classic British film A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH, promising a fresh theatrical experience for audiences.

Roundabout and New Victory Theater Launch SEATS ON THE SPECTRUM Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

Seats on the Spectrum, a new accessibility initiative, has partnered with Roundabout Theatre Company and the New Victory Theater to pilot a program making mainstream performances welcoming to audience members on the autism spectrum. Learn more about the initiative.

Cast Set For THE THREE MUSKETEERS at the New Vic
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2024

The New Vic Theatre announced the cast for its upcoming production of THE THREE MUSKETEERS, running from November 15, 2024, to January 25, 2025, promising a fresh take on the classic adventure.

THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA To Open New Victory Theater's 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024

A reimagined version of the classic story The Princess and the Pea, full of acrobatics and physical comedy, will open the New Victory's 2024-25 season. This is a playful remix of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

New Production of THE COMPANY OF WOLVES Comes to The New Vic This September
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2024

The New Vic will produce a brand-new stage production of Angela Carter’s The Company of Wolves this September.

THE THREE MUSKETEERS Comes to the New Vic Theatre This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024

Staffordshire's New Vic will stage a brand-new version of Alexandre Dumas' The Three Musketeers this Christmas. Performances will run from Friday 15 November 2024 to Saturday 25 January 2025.  

New Vic Theatre Will Stage the Premiere of A LEAP IN THE DARK
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024

Staffordshire's New Vic presents the stage premiere of A Leap In The Dark, charting the story of the UK's first ever radio play on its 100th anniversary, a major moment in radio history. The production is written by Emmy award-winning Ron Hutchinson.

THE COMPANY OF WOLVES and More Come to the New Vic Theatre in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2023

The New Vic Theatre has added three new plays to its 2024 programme including The Company of Wolves, The Haunting, and One Man, Two Guvnors.. The new plays join the previously announced productions A Leap In The Dark by Ron Hutchinson and Ladies Down Under by Amanda Whittington.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For New Vic Theatre's THE NUTCRACKER: A CHRISTMAS FAIRYTALE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2023

New Vic Theatre has released rehearsal photos for its highly anticipated festive family production of The Nutcracker: A Christmas Fairytale, a magical new spin on the classic story.

New Vic Spring 2024 Season Will Include A LEAP IN THE DARK, LADIES DOWN UNDER, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023

The New Vic will open its spring season for 2024 with a play that celebrates 100 years of the radio play, before continuing its innovative partnership with award-winning circus company Upswing fusing contemporary circus with theatre for The Princess and the Pea, in a reimagining of the classic fairytale. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Cast Set For Reimagining of THE NUTCRACKER at the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023

This Christmas, the New Vic Theatre will put its own magical spin on the classic story of The Nutcracker in a festive family production. Find out who is starring in this new show here!