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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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Adam Ant

Adam Ant

Nottingham

Wednesday 12 November 2025 | 7.30pm Royal Concert Hall Tickets £53

Pop icon, Adam Ant is going on tour performing his classic chart-topping hits and personal favourites.
Adam Ant said: “I’m really looking forward to the thrills and…

Dates

From:
12 Nov 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
Sleeping Beauty - Nottingham Playhouse

Sleeping Beauty - 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
Bastille : The First 15 Years

Bastille : The First 15 Years

Nottingham

One of the UK’s biggest and best live acts, multi – platinum selling band, Bastille have announced a huge UK arena tour and will be visiting the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Sunday 9th November 2025.

Dates

From:
9 Nov 2025
Born In The USA

Born In The USA

Nottingham

Set in Michigan's rust belt in 2024, Born In The USA follows Vietnam veteran Jimmy Vandenburg as he grapples with economic decline, political disillusionment, and personal trauma.

Dates

From:
2 Oct 2025Open 19:30 - 20:45
Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Nottingham

Everybody's Talking About Jamie is a vibrant, uplifting musical based on the true story of Jamie Campbell, a teenager from Sheffield who dreams of becoming a drag queen.

Dates

From:

21 Aug 2025to23 Aug 2025
Top Hat

Top Hat

Nottingham

You're invited to the musical equivalent of the finest vintage champagne. Effervescent, elegant and exhilarating, Top Hat is a heady romantic cocktail laced with sparklingly witty dialogue, stunning choreography, lavish sets and gorgeous costumes.

Dates

From:

7 Oct 2025to11 Oct 2025
Ezekial Bone's Limelight Backstage Tour

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Ezekial Bone's Limelight Backstage Tour

Nottingham

Discover the world behind the curtain and learn about the amazing story of the Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall on our Limelight Backstage Tour!

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From:
19 July 2025
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26 July 2025
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2 Aug 2025

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Legally Blonde

Legally Blonde

Nottingham

The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production.

Dates

From:

19 May 2026to23 May 2026
To Kill A Mockingbird - Nottingham Playhouse

To Kill A Mockingbird - Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Aaron Sorkin's riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence became a Broadway and West End sensation with star-studded sell-out seasons on both sides of the Atlantic. Now this…

Dates

From:

8 Oct 2025to18 Oct 2025
To Kill A Mockingbird

To Kill A Mockingbird

Nottingham

Tuesday 7 - Saturday 18 October 2025 Nottingham Playhouse Cost: From £15.50 (Booking fee of £2.50 per order)
Aaron Sorkin's riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence…

Venue

Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham

Dates

From:

7 Oct 2025to18 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
Legally Blonde The Musical

Legally Blonde The Musical

Nottingham

This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal!

Dates

From:

24 Sep 2025to27 Sep 2025
Copper Studios Summer School Presents: Disney Newsies Jr

Copper Studios Summer School Presents: Disney Newsies Jr

Nottingham

You're invited to watch one of the best loved musicals in recent memory!

Dates

From:

8 Aug 2025to9 Aug 2025
Elkie Brooks - The Long Farewell Tour

Elkie Brooks - The Long Farewell Tour

Nottingham

Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Elkie Brooks will embark upon her 'Long Farewell Tour'.

Dates

From:
28 June 2026
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
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
The Prince

The Prince

Nottingham

Monday 21 - Saturday 26 July 2025 Lace Market Theatre Tickets £14 (Concession £12)
Journey with Sam and Jen as they navigate a parallel world where Shakespeare's Works are reality and nothing is what it seems.
This topical play takes…

Dates

From:

21 July 2025to26 July 2025Various Opening Times
The Little Mermaid - Nottingham Playhouse

The Little Mermaid - Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Specially created for children ages 3-8, this brand-new version of a family favourite is the perfect introduction to live theatre and a fin-tastic festive treat.

Dates

From:

4 Dec 2025to3 Jan 2026