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Nottingham has an excellent and well-deserved reputation for fantastic theatre, from home-grown productions to national and international touring shows. Read on to find out more about the thriving theatre scene or scroll down to see all current and upcoming shows.

Nottingham Playhouse has been one of the UK’s leading producing theatres since it’s foundation in 1948 and their dynamic output continues to shine. In 2023, they were awarded the UK’s Most Welcoming Theatre Award by the UK Theatres Association in recognition of their dedication to inclusivity through their iconic building, making connections with the local community and diversity of programming. Chief Executive Stephanie Sirr and Artistic Director Adam Penford are recognised as industry leaders.

The historic and beautiful Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall offers a fantastic and diverse year-round programme, including comedy and a variety of other events to enjoy. Don’t miss the chance to go behind the scenes and tred the boards on one of Ezekial Bone's Magic Lantern Tours.

Nottingham Lakeside Arts, located on the beautiful High Fields campus of the University of Nottingham, host a varied programme of performances throughout the year, from thought-proving plays and avant-garde international dance, and have developed an excellent reputation for their heart-warming family theatre.

Nottingham also has a thriving independent and fringe theatre scene, with Nottingham Arts Theatre and the Lace Market Theatre both offering high quality in-house productions as well as offbeat fringe theatre, comedy and events.

Opened in 2017, the Squire Performing Arts Centre is a smaller, modern theatre in Nottingham City Centre which often hosts local and national companies. As well as a broad events programme they are also committed to providing arts and performance education.

Whilst primarily a cinema, Broadway is the hub of the lively, independent Hockley district’s entertainment scene - they regularly screen National Theatre Live events from across the globe.

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Bardcore - Midsummer Mayhem

Bardcore - Midsummer Mayhem

Nottingham

Get ready for Bardcore - Midsummer Mayhem, an explosive, ground-breaking collaboration presented by the acclaimed Wrestling Resurgence and the award-winning 1623 Theatre Company.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:
10 May 2025Open 18:00 - 21:30
RSC Hamlet

RSC Hamlet

Nottingham

The Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Nottingham with a 'must-see' (Guardian) new production of Hamlet.

Dates

From:

17 Mar 2026to21 Mar 2026Open 19:00 -
Shrek The Musical JR.

Shrek The Musical JR.

Nottingham

Friday 27th, Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th June | 2025 | Various times Nottingham Arts Theatre £14 to £17
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway…

Dates

From:

27 June 2025to29 June 2025Open 19:30 - 21:05
Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse

Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Prepare to be spellbound as our legendary Nottingham Playhouse panto 2025/26 is the tale of Sleeping Beauty!

Dates

From:

28 Nov 2025to17 Jan 2026
A Squash & A Squeeze

A Squash & A Squeeze

Nottingham

Thursday 22 May – Saturday 24 May 2025 Theatre Royal Tickets £19.00
A Little Angel Theatre and The Lowry Co-Production A musical adaptation of the best-selling book
A Squash and a Squeeze
Based on the original book A Squash and a…

Dates

From:

22 May 2025to24 May 2025
Steptoe & Son - LIVE!

Steptoe & Son - LIVE!

Nottingham

Join Steptoe & Son for all the hilarious conflict our four classic BBC episodes offer! See your favourite moments performed on stage – but don't step in a present from Hercules the horse on your way in...

Dates

From:
16 Oct 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Open-Air Theatre at Nottingham Castle

Open-Air Theatre at Nottingham Castle

Nottingham

The popular Open-Air Theatre season returns to Nottingham Castle this summer with a programme of new and traditional performances.

Venue

Belvoir Castle, Nottinghamshire

Dates

From:
3 July 2025
From:
25 July 2025
From:
27 July 2025
From:
30 July 2025
Scarlet Oak Theatre THE ZOO THAT COMES TO YOU

Scarlet Oak Theatre THE ZOO THAT COMES TO YOU

University Park, Nottingham

Come join the zookeepers who give animals in need a safe, loving home.

Dates

From:
18 May 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
From:
18 May 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
Miss Saigon

Miss Saigon

Nottingham

Embarking on a major UK Tour, this epic production arrives at the Theatre Royal Nottingham in 2026.

Dates

From:

24 Mar 2026to1 Apr 2026
Sing the Musicals

Sing the Musicals

Nottingham

Direct from London's West End the first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers

Dates

From:
19 July 2025Open 19:30 -
MADD on Broadway: A Celebration of Musicals Past & Present

MADD on Broadway: A Celebration of Musicals Past & Present

Nottingham

The prestigious Midlands Academy of Dance & Drama (MADD College) is one of the leading Professional Dance & Musical Theatre Colleges in the UK. MADD College proudly returns to Squire Performing Arts Centre, Nottingham for their end of year show -…

Dates

From:

28 June 2025to29 June 2025
The Little Mermaid - Nottingham Playhouse

The Little Mermaid - Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Dive into a world of magic and music with our adventurous mermaid and her sea creature friends.

Dates

From:

4 Dec 2025to3 Jan 2026
SIX: Teen Edition

SIX: Teen Edition

Nottingham

This new original musical, presented by Nottingham Arts Theatre Youth Group, is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.

Dates

From:

4 July 2025to6 July 2025Open 19:30 - 20:45
Open-Air Theatre at Newstead Abbey

Open-Air Theatre at Newstead Abbey

Nottingham

The popular Open-Air Theatre season returns to Newstead Abbey this summer with a programme of new and traditional performances.

Venue

Newstead Abbey, Nottingham

Dates

From:
29 July 2025
From:
17 Aug 2025
From:
4 Sep 2025
Beyond the Barricade

Beyond the Barricade

Nottingham

Thursday 10 July 2025 Theatre Royal Tickets £33.00
Beyond the Barricade, the UK's longest running musical theatre concert tour is back for 2025. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have…

Dates

From:
10 July 2025Open 19:30 -
Open-Air Theatre at Wollaton Park

Open-Air Theatre at Wollaton Park

Nottingham

The popular Open-Air Theatre season returns to Wollaton Hall & Deer Park this summer with a programme of new and traditional performances.

Venue

Wollaton Hall and Park, Nottingham

Dates

From:
13 June 2025
From:
19 June 2025
From:
25 July 2025
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical

TINA - The Tina Turner Musical

Nottingham

Tuesday 15 July – Saturday 2 August 2025 Theatre Royal Tickets £28.00 to £68.00 West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical heads to Nottingham as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour. From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her…

Dates

From:

15 July 2025to2 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

From:
16 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
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19 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
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23 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
From:
26 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
From:
30 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
From:
3 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Red Shoes

Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Red Shoes

Nottingham

An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart.

Dates

From:

3 Feb 2026to7 Feb 2026
West Bridgford Operatic Society Presents: Kiss Me, Kate

West Bridgford Operatic Society Presents: Kiss Me, Kate

Nottingham

Various times, Variois dates | 2025
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West Bridgford Operatic Society returns in 2026 with this timeless classic, Kiss Me, Kate! Be prepared to be charmed by Kiss Me, Kate – an unforgettable…

Dates

From:

17 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026Open 19:30 -
The Massed Bands of His Majesty's Royal Marines

The Massed Bands of His Majesty's Royal Marines

Nottingham

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, precision, and pageantry as the world-renowned Massed Bands of His Majesty's Royal Marines take to the Royal Concert Hall Nottingham stage for their spectacular UK tour.

Dates

From:
11 Sep 2025Open 19:30 -