Theatres Trust Reveals Theatres at Risk Register 2026
Theatres Trust announced its 2026 Theatres at Risk Register, listing 39 UK venues threatened by closure, redevelopment, or decay.
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The latest news on live theatre across the UK — regional productions, touring shows, and local openings.
Jette Parker Artists to Perform Summer Showcase at Royal Opera House
The Jette Parker Artists will close the 2025/26 Season with their annual summer performance on the Royal Opera House Main Stage, featuring scenes from works by Stravinsky, Leoncavallo, Bellini, Léhar, and Bizet.
Guildhall School Reveals Acting and Production & Design Gold Medal Winners
Following the end of the 2025/26 academic year, Guildhall School has revealed the winners of the School's most prestigious annual prize, the Gold Medal, in Acting and Production & Design.
Lauryn Ajufo Will Lead CHEWING GUM DREAMS at Theatre503
BIFA-nominated actor Lauryn Ajufo will play Tracey Gordon in Theatre503 and tiata fahodzi's revival of Michaela Coel's debut play, stepping into the role Coel originally performed herself.
OIL & WHISKEY to Make International Debut with Off West End Run in London
The award-winning Off-Broadway country rock musical OIL & WHISKEY will make its international debut at the Old Red Lion Pub & Playhouse in London, following performances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Photos: OUTLAWS: A ROBIN HOOD STORY is Now Playing at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
Outlaws: A Robin Hood Story has launched the Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre performance programme.
Rob Auton to Launch Biggest UK Tour of JUPITER and Edinburgh Fringe Run
Comedian Rob Auton announced a 46-date UK tour for his new show JUPITER, about being an estate agent on the planet Jupiter, following an Edinburgh Fringe debut and culminating in a residency at London's Soho Theatre.
Papatango Young Playwrights Award Returns For Fifth Year
Papatango has announced the return of The Papatango Young Playwrights' Award, a celebration of the scriptwriting achievements of nine young people, shortlisted for their talent.
Denville Hall to Host Theatre Gives Day Across the West End for 100th Anniversary
Denville Hall, a residential care home for performing arts professionals, announced Theatre Gives Day, with ambassadors including Dame Helen Mirren and Sir Ian McKellen making curtain call appearances across West End venues to support its £26 million Centenary Appeal.
STORIES to Bring Tap Dance Sensation to Bradford with RB Dance Company
Following a sold-out, successful UK premiere in 2024, STORIES - The Tap Dance Sensation from RB Dance Company will return this autumn for a UK tour, visiting Bradford Live in November.
PIFF & POP'S MAGIC SHOPPE To Tour The UK
Legendary magician Penn Jillette (Penn & Teller) and America’s Got Talent fan favourite Piff The Magic Dragon will tour the UK for the very first time with a brand-new show Piff & Pop’s Magic Shoppe.
THE FORBIDDEN REALM OF CONSPIRACIES: UNCOVERED to Launch 32-Date UK Tour
THE FORBIDDEN REALM OF CONSPIRACIES: UNCOVERED, an immersive live theatre experience blending cinematic projection, live polling, and audience participation, will visit 32 UK venues this autumn, opening at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre.
SLEEPING BEAUTY to Star Jack P Shepherd in Venue Cymru Llandudno Panto
Coronation Street actor and Celebrity Big Brother winner Jack P Shepherd will make his pantomime debut in SLEEPING BEAUTY at Venue Cymru in Llandudno, joining returning cast members John Evans and Simon Neehan.
Review: EUGENE ONEGIN, The Grange Festival
Love, jealousy, arrogance, death and rejection, Tchaikovsky's opera Eugene Onegin has all the trappings of a grand opera, but in essence is a simple story.
Review: ANYTHING GOES, Kilworth House Theatre
There's a cruise ship in the grounds of Kilworth House this summer.
HAIRSPRAY Will Embark on a New UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
Brenda Edwards and Paul Kerryson's production of Hairspray will embark on its second major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027.
Mary Coughlan to Embark on Autumn 2026 UK Tour
Legendary Irish vocalist Mary Coughlan will embark on a 13-date UK headline tour this autumn, beginning at Old Woollen in Leeds.
Royal Ballet First Soloist Valentino Zucchetti to Leave Company After 16 Years
Valentino Zucchetti, a First Soloist with The Royal Ballet for 16 years, is departing to pursue his choreographic and producing career.
Owain Wyn Evans, Rebecca Keatley, and More Set For SNOW WHITE at Swansea Grand
Swansea Grand announced its pantomime cast for SNOW WHITE, featuring BBC Radio 2's Owain Wyn Evans, CBeebies presenter Rebecca Keatley, and Hear'Say singer Suzanne Shaw, with a special digital appearance by Kev Johns.
Edinburgh Fringe and UK Tour Dates Set For Stuart Goldsmith's CANARY
Stuart Goldsmith will perform CANARY, his second climate comedy stand-up show, at Edinburgh Fringe's Monkey Barrel before a UK tour, tackling climate dread with humor after performing at Netflix Is A Joke.
Ryan Mulvey Joins SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS at Epstein Theatre Liverpool
Coronation Street actor Ryan Mulvey, known for his role as Brody Michaelis, will make his stage debut as Prince Fredrick in SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS at Liverpool's Epstein Theatre, with Leanne Campbell appearing as the Magic Mirror.
SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS to Open at Alexandra Palace
Humphrey Ker and David Reed's comedy SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, directed by Phillip Breen, will transfer from Birmingham Rep to Alexandra Palace Theatre for a Christmas season.
Shakespeare North Playhouse and Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse CEOs Elected to UK Theatre Board
Lisa Allen of Shakespeare North Playhouse and Mark Da Vanzo of Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse have been elected to the UK Theatre Board, joining re-elected members from Hall for Cornwall and Ambassador Theatre Group.
Photos: WIFE TO JAMES WHELAN at Jermyn Street Theatre
Jermyn Street Theatre and Mint Theater Company have released photos of Wife to James Whelan, Teresa Deevy's acclaimed drama directed by Jonathan Bank.
PRIVATE PEACEFUL to Launch UK Autumn Tour With Book & Ticket Prize Competition
The Production Garden and HarperCollins have launched a competition offering one winner 50 Michael Morpurgo books, memorabilia, and four tickets to the upcoming UK tour of the one-person stage adaptation Private Peaceful.
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Back to the Future The Musical Liverpool Empire Theatre (1/12-2/06) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family O2 City Hall Newcastle (3/27-3/27) |
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Helsinki Leaks ´25: An Inconvenient Peace Upstairs at the Gatehouse (8/19-8/23) |
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We Will Rock You the Musical O2 City Hall Newcastle (10/19-10/20) |
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Paul Merton & Suki Webster''s Improv Show Chelmsford Theatre (10/31-10/31) |
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Pinocchio: The Pantomime Whitby Pavilion Theatre (12/04-12/05) |
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Blue | Glas The Courtyard (9/29-9/29) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Palace Theatre, Southend (4/08-4/08) |
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Cyrano de Bergerac Norden Farm Centre (6/13-9/05) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! Gordon Craig Theatre (6/04-6/04) |