Interview: 'I Wanted It So Much!': Katherine Pearce on Community, Empathy, And Manchester Spirit in EVEN THESE THINGS
Even These Things, written by Rory Mullarkey, recently had its world premiere at the Royal Exchange Theatre.
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The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
ThickSkin to Launch Community Participation Programme at The Engine Room in Wigan
Wigan theatre company ThickSkin announced a new participation programme at its development venue, The Engine Room, including free Creative Movement Workshops for over-60s and a monthly Play Reading Group.
LIFE OUT THERE to Make Debut at Jodrell Bank Observatory With Ransack Theatre
Ransack Theatre announced the first performance dates for LIFE OUT THERE, a new sci-fi drama by Bruntwood Prize-winning playwright Tim Foley, including a one-night-only production at Jodrell Bank Observatory.
Su Pollard Will Lead SLEEPING BEAUTY at Crewe Lyceum
Su Pollard, known for Hi-de-Hi! and over 40 pantomimes, will join Malcolm Lord and Ste Johnston in SLEEPING BEAUTY at Crewe Lyceum, produced by Imagine Theatre.
HADESTOWN Will Embark on First-Ever UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
The Tony and Grammy Award-winning HADESTOWN, currently in its third year at London's Lyric Theatre, announced its first-ever UK & Ireland tour, opening at Curve Theatre, Leicester, before visiting more than 20 cities.
Full Cast Set For Disney's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL UK Tour and London Transfer
Hope Mill Theatre and Chris Harper Productions announced the full cast for the first UK non-replica production of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, starring Jason Donovan, Harry Judd, and Disney icon KayCee Stroh, at Lowry, Salford before transferring to London's Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY to Play Milton Keynes Theatre With Full Cast Announced
The stage production of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY has announced its cast ahead of a run at Milton Keynes Theatre, with tickets now on sale through ATG Entertainment.
Nottingham Playhouse Appoints Graeme Thompson as New Director of Producing
Nottingham Playhouse has appointed Graeme Thompson as Director of Producing.
BEYOND ILLUSION to Make UK Premiere at Lumiere Cinema Romford With Free Screening
The UK premiere of Beyond Illusion: The Making of a Magician will screen at Lumiere Cinema in Romford, followed by a Q&A with magician Dean James and director Matt Routledge.
TWELFTH NIGHT to Return to The Dukes Lancaster With All-Female and Non-Binary Cast
HER Productions will present an all-female and non-binary cast adaptation of Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT at The Dukes Lancaster, featuring Coronation Street actors Channique Sterling Brown, Hannah Ellis-Ryan, and Beth Vyse.
GUY MARTIN: UNPLANNED to Make Stage Debut at Parr Hall in Warrington
TV presenter and former motorbike racer Guy Martin will bring his first-ever stage tour to Parr Hall in Warrington, sharing stories from his record-breaking, death-defying career.
SHERLOCK HOLMES to Open OVO's 12th Annual Roman Theatre Open Air Festival
OVO's Roman Theatre Open Air Festival will kick off its 12th season with a new adaptation of SHERLOCK HOLMES, directed by RTS award-winner Mark O'Sullivan, featuring four actors playing 25 characters.
REMEMBER THAT TIME? A MUSICAL to Make London Premiere at Queer Fringe Festival
Dublin-born TV and film songwriter Annmarie Cullen brings her award-winning one-woman musical to London's Queer Fringe Festival, following Best Performance honors at the Dublin Gay Theatre Festival and an Edinburgh Fringe Theatre Award.
Kevin Clifton and More Will Lead THE FULL MONTY UK Tour
Kevin Clifton leads the initial cast announced for the major national tour of THE FULL MONTY, marking the film's 30th anniversary.
HANDBAGGED Cast Set at Stephen Joseph Theatre
The Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough announced the cast for Moira Buffini's Olivier Award-winning comedy HANDBAGGED, featuring Pandora Clifford, Alexandra Mathie, and Deven Modha among six performers.
Michelle Wolf to Bring New Stand-Up Show BEST JOB IN THE WORLD on UK Tour
Emmy nominee Michelle Wolf announced a UK tour and Edinburgh Festival Fringe show, BEST JOB IN THE WORLD, covering modern masculinity, parenting, women's health, and political absurdity across multiple cities.
THE NATURE OF FORGETTING Will Come to Chester Storyhouse
Theatre Re's award-winning production THE NATURE OF FORGETTING will visit Storyhouse in Chester as part of a major UK and international tour marking the show's 10th anniversary.
Cast Set For ROMEO & JULIET and THE LITTLE MERMAID at Greenwich Theatre This Summer
Greenwich Theatre Productions announced casting for its inaugural season, featuring rep productions of ROMEO & JULIET and THE LITTLE MERMAID: SONG OF THE SEA, starring Ava Honey, Blossom Timothy, Nikita Johal, and Charlotte Harwood.
CBEEBIES HOUSE PARTY LIVE to Feature Mr. Tumble at Selected UK Tour Venues
Justin Fletcher's Mr.
DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES UK Tour to Hit Four Merseyside Venues
The first UK tour of Desperate Scousewives: Lily's Story, led by Benidorm star Crissy Rock, is set to play four Merseyside venues, including the Epstein Theatre in Liverpool, with some performances already sold out.
THE FARMER'S WIFE World Premiere to Open at Theatre by the Lake This Autumn
Theatre by the Lake will present the world premiere of THE FARMER'S WIFE, a new play by Hannah Khalil inspired by Helen Rebanks' best-selling memoir, directed by Artistic Director Liz Stevenson at the Keswick venue.
MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER'S DRIFT to Launch 2027 UK & Ireland Tour
Daniel Casey will return as Inspector Tom Barnaby in a second UK & Ireland tour of MIDSOMER MURDERS: THE KILLINGS AT BADGER'S DRIFT, produced by Nicholson Green Productions and Colin Ingram Ltd, following a record-breaking 2025/26 run.
SIX to Welcome New Cast for UK and China Tour
SIX announced a new cast of Queens for its upcoming UK and China tour, with Madison Swan, Izi Maxwell, Laura Dawkes, Hannah Victoria, Lizzie Emery, and Eloise Lord leading the company.
ALI IN WONDER(ENG)LAND to Return to Jacksons Lane With Revised Production
LegalAliens Theatre's ALI IN WONDER(ENG)LAND, performed by 16 refugees and migrants, returns to Jacksons Lane with a revised version reflecting new participants and a changed British society.
DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL UK Tour Cast Announced
Dog Man: The Musical has announced its cast.
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Trainspotting The Musical Palace Theatre Manchester (11/02-11/07) |
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Disney''s Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert - Live to Film Bradford Live (12/01-12/01) |
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Here’s to the Ladies! Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/14-8/16) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family Vaillant Live, Derby (2/06-2/06) |
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The Scarlet Pimpernel - Stokenham/ Kingsbridge - theatre period drama Stokenham Village Hall (7/11-10/11) |
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Beloved Be The Ones Who Sit Down Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/21-8/22) |
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical Liverpool Empire Theatre (7/02-8/08) |
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Jack and the Beanstalk Greenwich Theatre (11/27-1/10) |
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Orwell: The Road to 1984 Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/29-8/30) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Bristol Beacon (3/19-3/19) |