The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Bill Kenwright Ltd's acclaimed West End production of TWELVE ANGRY MEN will tour the UK this autumn, led by Gray O'Brien, Bill Ward, Ricky Norwood, Tristan Gemmill, and Ben Nealon in Reginald Rose's classic courtroom drama.
Hackney Empire's Young Producers, aged 14–21, will co-curate ALTERNATE VERSES, an official SXSW London music showcase featuring artists including Alana Bubba, V.
A reimagined production of Frankenstein is coming to Greenwich Theatre, performed by 38 young actors and musicians.
Woolwich Works will present a new circus and cabaret programme for its Royal Arsenal venue in South East London, led by programmer Ade Berry, formerly of Jacksons Lane.
CAMDENWALLA, a new play based on real testimony from Camden's Bangladeshi community, will run at Camden People's Theatre, following volunteers of the Camden Monitoring Project who organized against racist violence in 1990s North London.
Freckle Productions will present ZOG at London's Cadogan Hall, marking the company's sixth summer residency at the venue.
Full casting is announced for ATLANTIS, Emily White's George Devine Award-winning play about a Welsh coastal community facing climate displacement, co-produced by Theatr Clwyd and Chichester Festival Theatre.
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE has confirmed additional UK tour dates, expanding its run to include Aberdeen, Sheffield, Bristol, London, and Stockton, alongside previously announced cities.
North west comics Amy Nic and Lulu Simons will present a double-bill stand-up show at Parr Hall in Warrington, blending caravan park tales and Spice Girls-inspired material as both performers test out new work.
Actor Victoria Smurfit, known for her role in RIVALS, has been appointed President of the Royal National Institute of Blind People, succeeding Dame Gail Ronson DBE after 14 years of service.
The full cast has been announced for the UK tour of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL, led by Jessica Martin as Roz and Tim Rogers as Hart, with the production marking Landmark Theatres' first in-house national tour.
Rose Shalloo will lead the cast of the Olivier Award-winning play NELL GWYNN at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, in a co-production from Storyhouse, Shakespeare North Playhouse, and Theatre by the Lake.
Elmhurst Ballet School will host its Summer Gala in partnership with Birmingham restaurant Cylla, launching Breaking Barres, an initiative addressing barriers faced by Black and global majority dancers in the professional ballet industry.
Without Walls is bringing ten new free outdoor commissions to festivals across England, covering theatre, dance, music, and wire walking, with themes ranging from female empowerment to the climate emergency.
Mary Kate O'Flanagan's solo show Making a Show of Myself will make its UK debut at the Irish Cultural Centre in Hammersmith, following a sold-out Off-Broadway run at Irish Repertory Theatre and an Outer Critics Circle nomination.
HOME Manchester, JPT Productions, and Mercury Theatre Colchester will present THESPIANS, a new production from Mischief, the company behind the hit comedy franchise.
Production images have been released for 1536, the play by Ava Pickett now running in London’s West End.
Pleasance Theatre Trust has added 95 new shows to its Edinburgh Fringe programme, featuring Tim Vine, Alex Edelman, and Flo & Joan among the highlights spanning comedy, theatre, and new writing.
New production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the critically acclaimed comedy THE LAST LAUGH.
Sedos will stage Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY at the Bridewell Theatre, transforming the venue into Bobby's apartment for an immersive production directed by Emily Phillips.
Newbury Spring Festival, now in its 47th year, will present over 45 events across West Berkshire, featuring soprano Ruby Hughes and jazz artist Ian Shaw among its chamber and intimate concert highlights.
Underbelly has announced its Circus Hub programme for the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
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The Plumpton Bus Tour will bring live music and performances to Brighton and Lewes as a preview of the upcoming Plumpton Revival festival.
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre is set to host a charity event, Supper with the Stars on May 13.
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The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer theSpace on the Mile (8/07-8/15) |
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Trainspotting The Musical Ipswich Regent Theatre (11/25-11/28) |
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Summer Season 2026 Programme Thorington Theatre, Suffolk (5/22-8/31) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family Vaillant Live, Derby (2/06-2/06) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Lawrence Batley Theatre (5/22-5/22) |
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How to Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert (PG) The Royal Albert Hall (12/28-12/28) |
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Attack on Titan: Symphony from Paradis with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra The Royal Albert Hall (10/17-10/17) |
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Trainspotting The Musical New Theatre Oxford (2/15-2/20) |
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Title Goes Here Gazelle Theatre (8/17-8/30) PHOTOS |
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The Go-Between Sheringham Little Theatre (9/14-9/14) |
