The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Bristol Old Vic announced the full cast for its Christmas production CINDERELLA: A FAIRYTALE, led by Joëlle Brabban alongside Joseph Langdon and Bristol performer Dionne Draper, with local and UK-wide talent.
BBC Radio 2 host Vernon Kay will return to pantomime in SLEEPING BEAUTY at Churchill Theatre Bromley, reprising his comedy role of Billy after winning Best Newcomer at the UK Pantomime Awards on his 2023 debut.
The Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough will host a free screening of THE PEOPLE'S EMERGENCY BRIEFING, backed by Chris Packham, followed by a community discussion on climate and nature risks.
Acclaimed solo playwright and performer Liz Richardson brings her new play Local to London, opening at the Finborough Theatre for a strictly limited three week run.
New production photos have been released from the European premiere of Dog Man: The Musical.
Greenwich Theatre announced a revival of MY NAME IS RACHEL CORRIE starring Cassie Bradley, known for her upcoming role in Practical Magic 2.
Slaget Theatre's KATHARINE uses binaural audio and live dance to retell Katharine of Aragon's story from her own perspective, touring historic UK cathedrals to mark the 500th anniversary of the King's Great Matter.
Royal Albert Hall announced Future Focus, a 5-month mentorship programme for London-based photographers aged 18–25, offering workshops, real-world shooting experience, and a final exhibition in the Elgar Room.
Hot Water's Liverpool Comedy Festival will bring over 70 comedy shows, live music, street food, and festival activities to Blackstock Market, featuring Ricky Tomlinson, Crissy Rock, Rachel Fairburn, and more.
Full casting has been announced for the UK tour of Sylvia, with Naomi Katiyo joining Olivier Award winner Beverley Knight in the acclaimed musical.
ThisEgg announced UNFORTUNATELY, a new production blending catwalk visuals, humour and theatre to examine money, identity and inequality, created by Fringe First winner Josie Dale-Jones at Shoreditch Town Hall.
AGMP Concerts will present a series of performances at The Assembly in Leamington Spa to mark the venue's 100th anniversary, featuring Macy Gray, The Blockheads, Trevor Horn & His Band, Incognito, and The Ordinary Boys.
Franz & Marie, the new musical inspired by Georg Büchner's Woyzeck with book & lyrics by Chris Broderick, has been newly adapted by Teresa Howard with additional music arrangements and orchestrations by Steven Edis.
This autumn, Sadler's Wells will present the UK premiere of Emanuel Gat's FIVE DAYS IN THE SUN.
The Lowry in Salford has promoted Matt Eames, formerly Head of Theatre (Contemporary & Commissioning), to the newly created role of Director of Theatre & Performance, where he will lead long-term strategy for the venue's theatres.
Theatre by the Lake announced the cast for THE FARMER'S WIFE, based on Helen Rebanks' best-selling memoir.
Peter Polycarpou will play Agatha Christie's Belgian detective Hercule Poirot in the UK & Ireland tour of The Hollow.
Sunflowers grown from seeds planted on stage during CALENDAR GIRLS THE MUSICAL will be sold at the Stephen Joseph Theatre box office for £5, with proceeds split between the SJT and Blood Cancer UK.
Thunder Road and Watford Palace Theatre announced the return of THE VOID, a sci-fi horror production visiting 16 venues across England and Scotland, with nine stops new to the company's touring history.
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Sophie Duker, Taskmaster champion and Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee, announced a UK and international tour for her new show, HOT BEEF INJECTION, following a sold-out Melbourne International Comedy Festival run.
DarlingtonOS announced the full cast for its upcoming production of WE WILL ROCK YOU at Darlington Hippodrome, with principal cast details now confirmed for the rock musical.
This autumn, Sadler's Wells International Associate Company Acosta Danza will return with Cuban Baroque, a new double bill under the artistic direction of dance legend Carlos Acosta.
Full casting has been announced for the upcoming UK tour of HIGH SOCIETY, the musical comedy based on the classic film featuring Cole Porter's iconic score.
The cast announced for the international touring production of MAGIC MIKE LIVE, led by Kalon Badenhorst and Julie Yammanee, will make its world debut at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre before a New York City flagship opening.
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What Happens in the Dark Niddry Upper & Lower @ theSpaceUK (8/07-8/28) |
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Kick the Door Down Theatreship (9/25-9/25) |
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Future Makers The Royal Albert Hall (11/04-11/04) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family O2 City Hall Newcastle (3/27-3/27) |
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Anywhere You Go Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/28-8/29) |
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Trainspotting The Musical Palace Theatre Manchester (11/02-11/07) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! The Y Theatre (5/27-5/27) |
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Car Park Shutter Roller Shutter Installers (6/10-6/10) |
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The Go-Between Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds (9/11-9/11) |
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Blue | Glas Pontio (11/10-11/11) |
