The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Shakespeare's Globe announced the cast for A WORLD ELSEWHERE, a new show inspired by Shakespeare's tales, directed by Lucy Cuthbertson and co-written by Kerry Frampton and Ben Hales, running at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
love you long time (already) is a funny and moving debut by Vietnamese American playwright Katie Đỗ.
The biographical play with live music celebrating Dr Feelgood co-founder Wilko Johnson will tour 13 UK venues, with rock and roll guest performers joining the production that originated at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch.
Headlong announced the cast for its UK tour of August Wilson's FENCES, directed by Daniel Bailey.
Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT announced a one-night show at London's Eventim Apollo, featuring David Bowie's isolated vocals and a live band performing Trevor Jones' score alongside the 1986 cult classic film.
Tony Award winner Roger Bart will reprise his role as Doc Brown alongside Australian actor Axel Duffy as Marty McFly in the first-ever UK tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL.
Disney Concerts, Disney+ and AEG Presents announced the UK and European tour dates for the DISNEY WORLDS COLLIDE CONCERT TOUR, uniting stars from Descendants, ZOMBIES and Camp Rock in a full-scale arena concert.
Olivier-nominated playwright Ryan Calais Cameron announced a new development and production season at Broadway Theatre, Catford, mentoring three early-career Black and Global Majority writers from Lewisham whose plays will receive full production runs.
Gnomon Theatre will present SESTERCENTENNIAL, a solo play written and performed by Arif Silverman, at The Bread & Roses Theatre in London.
Flo & Joan's ONE MAN MUSICAL, winner of Best Production at the Offies 2026, returns to Soho Theatre and Edinburgh Festival Fringe with Edward Easton stepping into the lead role, presented by Avalon.
Shakespeare in the Squares is presenting its tenth anniversary production, Love's Labour's Lost, Shakespeare's comedy of flirtation, foolishness and the irresistible pull of love.
Anton Benson Productions will return to the Oak Theatre with a festive production for family audiences this Christmas.
A new version of Handel's 1724 opera Giulio Cesare is always an exciting prospect.
Ventnor Fringe will return to the Isle of Wight's south coast with over 130 performances spanning comedy, theatre, circus, cabaret, music and family entertainment, including Edinburgh Fringe previews and live podcast recordings.
BBC Radio 2 presenter Richie Anderson and Britain's Got Talent finalist Jamie Leahey will headline JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Swindon's Wyvern Theatre, joining panto dame David Ashley.
A new trailer has arrived for I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, the political comedy heading to Theatre Royal Brighton.
A new trailer has arrived for THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE, the musical adaptation heading to the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre.
Following its 2025 Olivier Award win for Best Family Show, Brainiac Live will come to the Belgrade Theatre on June 20.
American musical theatre performer Jack Roden, known for his role in the national tour of Parade, will make his London concert debut with MY DAYS at Crazy Coqs, presented by Lambert Jackson Productions.
Rose Bruford College will present two Greek theatre-inspired productions at Bridewell Theatre: a Punchdrunk associate-led promenade show and the English language premiere of a Martin Crimp play, with tickets at £5.
Second Stage Theatre charity launched the Bay Arts Academy at HMP Hollesley in partnership with Regeneration Theatre, then raised nearly £30k at its Mad About Shakespeare fundraising weekend in Aldeburgh.
Sounds from a Safe Harbour will present SIRENS, a live music experience hosted by Lisa Hannigan featuring an ensemble of female voices including The Staves, Angie McMahon, and Loah, with performances in Inis Oírr, Dublin, Cork, and London.
Jack Roden, known for his role as Frankie Epps in the national tour of PARADE, will make his solo concert debuts in New York City at 54 Below and in London at Crazy Coqs with MY DAYS.
A music-drama about Tchaikovsky's life and homosexuality will make its UK premiere at Opera Holland Park, featuring Royal Ballet dancer Téo Dubreuil, pianist Jayson Gillham, and RPS-nominated playwright Tama Matheson.
Woolwich Works will present a summer programme of free community events, family shows, music, and workshops at the Royal Arsenal venue in South East London, with activities for all ages.
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The Little Mermaid Greenwich Theatre (8/07-8/23) |
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United We Stand Live - Andy Cole & Andy Mitten Nerve Centre (8/15-8/15) |
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Disney''s Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert - Film with Live Orchestra Symphony Hall (12/08-12/08) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family O2 City Hall Newcastle (3/27-3/27) |
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What The Ladybird Heard At Christmas Royal & Derngate (11/28-12/31) |
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The Dance Plague of 1518 Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/11-8/13) |
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Pinocchio: The Pantomime Whitby Pavilion Theatre (12/04-12/05) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Loughborough Town Hall (5/07-5/07) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! King's Hall (4/21-4/21) |
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Summer Season 2026 Programme Thorington Theatre, Suffolk (5/22-8/31) |
