The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Written by acclaimed playwright Hannah Khalil, Love Omar is a love letter to theatre set backstage at Chichester Festival Theatre in 1983 when Omar Sharif starred in Terence Rattigan's The Sleeping Prince.
Portuguese choreographer MARCO DA SILVA FERREIRA will present the UK premiere of his new work at Sadler’s Wells East in June, focusing on themes of over-militarism and toxic masculinity.
Rufus Norris will return to directing this evening as his production of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman premieres at Zorlu PAC in Istanbul.
China Plate and Fuel announced a new touring initiative, 'Touring Together,' featuring INUA ELLAMS' ONCE UPON A TIME IN SOKOTO as the inaugural production in collaboration with various UK venues.
Neal Street Productions has announced the creation of two new development roles, to grow the award-winning indie's slate across in theatre and TV.
Elysium will mark the 70th Anniversary of Eugine O'Neill's seminal autobiographical masterpiece – Long Days Journey Into Night – with a three-week northern kicking off in Hexham on May 12th.
Sunny Side, an exploration of young men's struggles through dance, theatre, and spoken word, will come to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre next month.
After its London premiere and a series of sold-out Australian seasons — including a five-star run at the Sydney Opera House – producers have announced a one-off performance of Kadimah Yiddish Theatre's Yentl.
Stage One has announced the selected mentees and mentors for its 5 at 50 initiative.
THIS IS NOT ABOUT ME.
Following overwhelming demand, What The World Needs Now - The Burt Bacharach Songbook has announced an additional run of eight UK dates in October 2026.
Kathy Kiera Clarke stars alongside Aden Gillett, Vikash Bhai, and Megan Marszal in the new medical comedy HEARTSINK, directed by Sean Turner.
All new photos have been released of Jolene O'Hara in Ottilie, A Built by Barn production in association with Rathmore Productions.
This April, eleven 18-25 year olds will make their professional theatre debut as part of Tara Theatre Young Company.
The Royal Ballet will present the revival of Kenneth MacMillan's MAYERLING, a dramatic ballet exploring themes of desire and obsession.
Latitude Festival has revealed the full programme for its Waterfront Stage at the 20th anniversary edition, taking place 23-26 July 2026 in the stunning grounds of Henham Park, Suffolk.
The shortlist for the inaugural Leodis Prize has been announced, highlighting ten new plays from unrecognised voices.
Cherished Christmas romcom The Holiday (2006) will return to Bradford Live on Sunday 13 December 2026 live in concert this Christmas.
Christina Bianco, Flo and Joan, and others will perform at the PHOENIX ARTS CLUB West End Gala Fundraiser on April 20, 2026, at the Phoenix Theatre, London, to support one of the city's last independent arts venues.
This spring, LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE Monte Carlo embark on a 14-venue tour of the UK and Ireland presented by Dance Consortium, making their way to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre from Friday 15 – Saturday 16 May 2026.
Playwright and screenwriter Ryan Calais Cameron, best known for his Olivier Award-nominated play For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy (which has had two sold-out West End runs) has been announced as the first ever Patron of Camden People's Theatre (CPT).
Mohit Mathur will present his solo show DIAL 1 FOR UK across various UK venues in May 2026, exploring themes of immigration and identity through a mix of humor and social commentary.
ONCE ON RUMSPRINGA will make its London debut with a preview on March 29 at the Reliance Pub and a reading on April 1 at the Bush Theatre.
Belgrade Theatre will present a three-day event in Spring 2027 for the headline show NANNY OF THE MAROONS, alongside releasing a study on the impact of their ROMEO AND JULIET production.
Casting has been announced for Matthew Bourne's award-winning dance thriller THE CAR MAN which returns for a 2026 UK tour, opening at Curve, Leicester on 15 June 2026.
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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) |
