The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Drag artists Kitty Scott-Claus and Cheryl are bringing their live show to stages across the UK this April, kicking off in Cardiff on Thursday 2nd April 2026 with a final performance at the Monkey Barrel in Edinburgh on Wednesday 22nd April 2026.
As Guildford Shakespeare Company celebrates 20 years of creating bold and accessible theatre, they mark this important milestone by shining a light on their long-standing commitment to community and education work.
Brighton's iconic beachfront is set for an unforgettable summer takeover as Madness have announced an extra Brighton Beach date for Madness Presents ‘Madrophenia', as part of the On The Beach Festival.
The UK and Ireland tour of the musical HERE & NOW, presented by UK pop sensation Steps, will come to Milton Keynes Theatre for a week of performances, from Tue 31 Mar – Sat 4 Apr.
Hoopla, the UK's pioneering improv theatre and school, marks its 20th anniversary with a special improv festival at their London Bridge venue from April 10 to May 21, 2026.
Australian guitar legend Tommy Emmanuel CGP will grace Parr Hall's stage on 29 July as part of the Living in the Light tour.
Go Live Theatre announced a special event West End Memories - Rosalyn Wilder in conversation with Patricia Hodge taking place on Monday 9 March 2026 at 7pm at The Theatre at the Hippodrome Casino.
The UK's largest new short play festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary year in 2026, led by special short playwriting commissions from renowned writers Richard Curtis and Esther Freud.
WELCOME TO WANDSWORTH will present its finale, THE BEAT GOES ON, at Battersea Power Station, offering a memorable evening of entertainment.
A rollicking comedy thriller featuring an ensemble playing multiple flamboyant characters, rapid-fire character changes, sharp humour and theatrical fun will come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month.
To mark the 35th anniversary of their second album Levelling The Land, Brighton folk-rockers Levellers will be heading out on the road later this year on a UK & European tour.
Hampstead Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for its upcoming production of Michael Frayn's acclaimed play Copenhagen.
Rehearsal photos have been released for Dracula, a world premiere National Youth Theatre production performed by the NYT REP company.
Set beneath a vibrant circus tent filled with sparkling multicoloured lights and fluttering flags, the production opens with a jovial instrumental atmosphere that immediately invites children into the world of the show.
Birmingham Hippodrome's New Work & Artist Development department has announced the programme for Origins Festival: Celebrating New Work, taking place from Monday 11 to Saturday 16 May 2026.
Much-loved comedian, questionable clairvoyant and Phoenix Nights star Clinton Baptiste is preparing to shake all the spirits loose from Parr Hall's storied stage as he heads to Warrington with a new show.
JW3, the unique Jewish community center in the UK, will celebrate its 13th anniversary with a B'Mitzvah Party on June 28, 2026, featuring a diverse range of cultural events.
Shakespeare's Globe has appointed Lottie Birdsall-Strong as its inaugural Chief Impact Officer, marking a significant addition to its leadership team.
Hofesh Shechter Company has announced that Andrew Hochhauser KC will succeed Lord Lemos CMG CBE as Chair of the Board with effect from 18 March 2026.
Following their tour in 2025, Yorkshire-based dance-theatre company Northern Rascals return for their final tour of Sunny Side, tackling the UK's male mental health crisis head on.
The National Youth Dance Company will present a new choreography by Sadé and Kristina Alleyne in Ipswich, marking its world premiere.
Join Robin Ince and Professor Jen Gupta for an evening of music and astrophysics with THE EXOPLANETS at Hackney Empire.
Leicester's annual dance festival, LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS, will feature performances from April 29 to May 9, including a closing act by SHAMEL PITTS/TRIBE.
Comedian, actor and BRIT Awards 2026 host Jack Whitehall is heading back on the road with Bad Influence, his brand-new national arena tour.
Check out production photos from Cash on Delivery at The Mill at Sonning, which runs through April 4 and stars James Bradshaw, Steven Pinder, Rachel Fielding, and Harry Gostelow, among others.
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! King's Hall (4/21-4/21) |
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Trainspotting the Musical Hull New Theatre (11/16-11/21) |
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Reuben Solo Wardrobe (9/15-9/15) |
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Trainspotting The Musical Theatre Royal Glasgow (3/15-3/20) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Lawrence Batley Theatre (5/22-5/22) |
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The Dance Plague of 1518 Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/11-8/13) |
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Sins Experience O2 Guildhall Southampton (11/13-11/13) |
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Steve Steinman''s Bat! Bat Out of Hell 50th Anniversary Tour The SSE Arena, Belfast (10/22-10/22) |
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What The Ladybird Heard At Christmas Royal & Derngate (11/28-12/31) |
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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert (12A) The Royal Albert Hall (12/29-12/29) |
