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Upstairs at the Gatehouse

Upstairs at the Gatehouse
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Beloved Be The Ones Who Sit Down

Beloved Be The Ones Who Sit Down

21 Aug – 22 Aug 2026

30 women. 30 chairs. And a fish. ‘Beloved Be The Ones Who Sit Down’ flings the spotlight onto 30 women who have one thing in common: they sit down. A woman who was afraid of the dust. A woman who could not smile. A woman who sold a sponge. And 27 more... This play is about...

Helsinki Leaks ´25: An Inconvenient Peace

Helsinki Leaks ´25: An Inconvenient Peace

19 Aug – 23 Aug 2026

A look behind the scenes of the 50th Jubilee of the historic Helsinki Peace and Security Conference where plots to fight wars and import nukes threaten to steal the message despite the best efforts of the organisers. This is our Canadian-Finnish troupe´s third visit to the...

Thorneland

Thorneland

27 Aug – 28 Aug 2026

In Northallerton, Yorkshire, siblings Saf and Luke, work on their family-owned farm with close friend, Jasmine. When Saf and Luke's brother, Nick, returns to the farm 4 years after the death of the sibling's younger brother, he finds that his role in the family has been filled...

Anywhere You Go

Anywhere You Go

28 Aug – 29 Aug 2026

Anywhere You Go is a contemporary musical about love, friendship, and learning how to move on when the life you imagined no longer fits. Caught between a recent breakup and her best friend’s decision to leave London, Flo clings to memories, crystals, and the comfort of what she...

Orwell: The Road to 1984

Orwell: The Road to 1984

29 Aug – 30 Aug 2026

ORWELL: The Road to 1984tells the fascinating story of one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century and the extraordinary personal experiences that inspired his classic tales Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four. A timely portrait of a writer whose words remain a warning...

Shalom Belfast

Shalom Belfast

6 Sep

Shalom Belfast is a stage play about a Jewish family in Ireland. It spans a period of over 100 years the late-nineteenth century to the present. The Easter Rising, the War of Independence, two World Wars and ‘The Troubles’ all impact on the lives of the Barkovskis. "JAMES JOYCE...

Mammy's House

Mammy's House

1 Sep – 13 Sep 2026

Camden, 1985. Behind the door of a London terrace, a queer Irish household is cobbling together a life filled with humour, drag, and a freedom they could never have imagined back home. But their community is on the edge of their greatest challenge yet. Being Irish in the UK is...

LOLA: Storytime with Brooke & Tony

LOLA: Storytime with Brooke & Tony

17 Sep

At 28, BROOKE ADAMS , starring in Terence Malick’s DAYS OF HEAVEN, centered a cinematic—and actual—love triangle with Richard Gere and Sam Shepard. In CUBA, she eschewed leading man Sean Connery for a dwarf. At 35, headlining THE HEIDI CHRONICLES on Broadway, she humoured the...

LOLA: Grief Bacon Pyjama Party

LOLA: Grief Bacon Pyjama Party

18 Sep

Thanks be to the Germans for expressing a gloom state that feels surprisingly American. “Grief Bacon,” translated from “Kummerspeck,” literally—and embarrassingly—means “weight gain from emotional overeating.” When Hillary Clinton lost the 2016 presidency to Donald Trump...

As Man is to God

As Man is to God

19 Sep

Some summers ago, while his TV writing partner took up a lunchtime gym regimen, Andrew Nicholls decided to write a long, strict-meter poem. The challenge: find a subject particularly resistant to tight dactylic tetrameter—a literary stunt in itself. Candidates included The...

LOLA: Live!

LOLA: Live!

19 Sep

A celebratory final Theatre Lab, LOLA Live! will star a fun mix of London and Los Angeles performers, from celebrities to newbies. Expect comic cold readings, theatrical demonstrations, surprise performances, and audience participation. LOLA-palooza!

LOLA: Madwomen of the West

LOLA: Madwomen of the West

20 Sep

MADWOMEN OF THE WEST, Sandra Tsing Loh’s outrageous comedy about a women’s brunch that goes hilariously wrong, has delighted and provoked audiences from LA to New York to London over its rip-roaring maiden 15-month tour. This first ever “cocktail concert” version welcomes the...

Love Me, Love Me Not...

Love Me, Love Me Not...

26 Sep – 27 Sep 2026

‘Love Me, Love Me Not...’ is an intimate evening of music celebrating the many faces of love. From the excitement of first sparks and the comfort of unwavering devotion to heartbreak, uncertainty, and the moments that leave us questioning it all, this carefully curated...

Love's Labour's Lost

Love's Labour's Lost

8 Oct – 11 Oct 2026

Four of the King’s entourage wake up in the garden to find they have made a terrible drunken decision: no food, no fun, and, most disastrously, absolutely NO women. For three whole years. What could possibly go wrong? Enter the Princess and her dazzling retinue, and… well, you...

Magic at the Gatehouse

Magic at the Gatehouse

12 Oct

Join us, once a season, for an evening of Magic at the Gatehouse presented by an exciting line-up of top magicians. Witness miracles manifest before your eyes in an intimate theatre that puts you at the heart of the magic. Line up to be announced!

Dracula's Guest

Dracula's Guest

13 Oct

Dracula. An ancient creature, embittered by the burden of immortality and the intolerance of those who would decry him monster. Alone in his keep, but for the memories of centuries past. A living death that only a vampire could understand. Or perhaps a special guest or two...

Review: MRS DOUBTFIRE, Birmingham Hippodrome

Review: MRS DOUBTFIRE, Birmingham Hippodrome

by Laura Lott · August 22, 2026

Attention poppets! Mrs Doubtfire has arrived on tour and she's ready to charm households all over the country. Whether you grew up with the beloved 1993 movie starring Robin Williams, or you're brand new to the world of this super nanny, you're sure to find plenty to love in this exuberant and delig…

Review: JEEVES TAKES CHARGE, Charing Cross Theatre

Review: JEEVES TAKES CHARGE, Charing Cross Theatre

by Aliya Al-Hassan · August 19, 2026

First seen 45 years ago, the Olivier Award-winning Jeeves Takes Charge returns to London for a short season at the Charing Cross Theatre. This one-man show sees the affable and endlessly adaptable Sam Harrison take on all 22 roles in a highly energetic and adept performance.…

Review: GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING, Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon

Review: GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING, Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford Upon Avon

by Clementine Scott · August 9, 2026

With some reluctance, longtime fans of Game of Thrones have acknowledged that the novel series that inspired the era-defining HBO fantasy show – George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire – will likely never be finished, and the franchise will be chiefly remembered for its disappointing TV endi…

Film Review: DAVID BYRNE'S AMERICAN UTOPIA, In Cinemas

Film Review: DAVID BYRNE'S AMERICAN UTOPIA, In Cinemas

by Kat Mokrynski · August 4, 2026

Directed by Spike Lee, David Byrne’s American Utopia is a filmed version of David Byrne’s Broadway stage show, which itself is inspired by the record of the same name. The show ran twice on Broadway, first from 2019 to 2020 and then from 2021 to 2022. As someone who saw American Utopia ten times…

Review: DIE ENTFÜHRUNG AUS DEM SERAIL, Glyndebourne

Review: DIE ENTFÜHRUNG AUS DEM SERAIL, Glyndebourne

by Aliya Al-Hassan · August 1, 2026

It's over a decade since David McVicar’s glorious version of Mozart's Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) debuted at Glyndebourne. A fitting finale to a wonderful season, the comedy about a clash of cultures returns with an energetic young cast and some exceptional wor…

Review: L'ELISIR D'AMORE, Dorset Opera Festival

Review: L'ELISIR D'AMORE, Dorset Opera Festival

by Cheryl Markosky · July 24, 2026

The Dorset Opera Festival finds the perfect setting for Gaetano Donizetti's L'elisir d'amore. This little gem of an opera company cleverly relocates the action from an Italian town to its own surroundings in Hardy's countryside. Home-grown references include London Gin instead of red wine, taking th…

Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD, Starring Kenneth Branagh, Royal Shakespeare Theatre

Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD, Starring Kenneth Branagh, Royal Shakespeare Theatre

by Cheryl Markosky · July 22, 2026

Kenneth Branagh triumphs as rags to riches Lopakhin in Laura Wade's fresh rendering of Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard. Part of a star-studded Royal Shakespeare Company cast, including Helen Hunt and Bill Pullman, he gives a multifaceted portrait of a serf's son who ultimately wins what he wants …

Review: ARIADNE AUF NAXOS, Glyndebourne Festival

Review: ARIADNE AUF NAXOS, Glyndebourne Festival

by Aliya Al-Hassan · July 20, 2026

Richard Strauss's opera within an opera, Ariadne aux Naxos, is a curious beast: a hybrid of spoken word and singing, a mix of musical influences and themes which ask whether high art can ever mix with popular entertainment. Two rival musical companies – a burlesque group and a serious opera compan…

Past Shows

103 total · showing 11–20

PIPPIN

PIPPIN

11 Dec – 11 Jan 2026

Chromolume Productions Music & Lyrics by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ | Book by ROGER O. HIRSON A dazzling troupe of travelling performers converges to tell the story of a young prince’s pursuit of purpose. Hypnotised by the glitz and glamour, Pippin chases glory in battle, temptation in...

A Christmas Carol - As Told By Jacob Marley (Deceased)

A Christmas Carol - As Told By Jacob Marley (Deceased)

15 Dec – 22 Dec 2025

Brother Wolf presents A Christmas Carol - As Told By Jacob Marley (Deceased) Adapted and performed by James Hyland Music by Chris Warner WINNER: OFFCOMM COMMENDATION Off West End Awards, 2023 WINNER: BEST PERFORMER IN THEATRE Fringe Report Awards, 2012 NOMINATED: LONDON THEATRE...

Hauntings

Hauntings

23 Nov

With masterful storytelling from the award-winning actor Gerard Logan, Hauntings will transport you to a world of invisible, but terrifyingly present, spirits. A spellbinding evening of three tales of the supernatural from two of the world’s greatest writers of ghost stories...

Make England Great Again

Make England Great Again

30 Sep – 19 Oct 2025

Francis Beckett’s new play Make England Great Again is set just after the Britons First Party wins its first ever general election victory, and its charismatic leader Max Moore enters 10 Downing Street. It’s a comedy, but also a warning. Francis Beckett’s last three plays have...

The Selfish Giant

The Selfish Giant

18 Oct – 19 Oct 2025

Don’t miss this brand new musical adaptation of the famous children's story by Oscar Wilde. Experience Oscar Wilde’s enchanting tale, with catchy tunes and music. Follow the journey of a reclusive giant whose heart transforms as he discovers the joy of sharing. Set against the...

Accidental Death of an Anarchist

Accidental Death of an Anarchist

9 Oct – 12 Oct 2025

Accidental Death of an Anarchist by Dario Fo Adapted by Tim Supple & Alan Cumming This amateur production of Accidental Death of an Anarchist is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. A master of disguise walks into a police...

The Jive Aces

The Jive Aces

10 Aug

The Jive Aces, renowned for their high-energy swinging music and spectacular live show are back Upstairs at the Gatehouse! Join us for an evening with the UK's No.1 Jive & Swing band! The Jive Aces strive to spread smiles and cheer with their swinging music and classic vintage...

The Musical Medea

The Musical Medea

29 Jul – 3 Aug 2025

You will hear her. A new folk musical retelling of the Ancient Greek myth. This time, Medea’s holding the mic. Leaving behind the safety of her homeland, Medea places her trust in Jason and his promise of a glittering future together. But is her faith well placed? With an...

SHOUT! The Mod Musical

SHOUT! The Mod Musical

25 Jun – 20 Jul 2025

Featuring over 30 hits from the 1960s, SHOUT! the smash-hit Mod Musical bursts onto the stage with colour, glitz and energy in this all-new production Journey back to the liberating days of 1960s' London and explore the infectious pop anthems that made household names of stars...

Scouts! The Musical

Scouts! The Musical

18 Jun – 22 Jun 2025

Welcome to the annual Scout Games! Scouts from around the world have gathered to compete but when an intruder threatens to sabotage the competition, it is up to Joe and Ayesha to put aside their rivalries and use their newfound skills to save the day! Created in partnership with...

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