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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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The Full Monty Musical

The Full Monty Musical

Nottingham

Based on the cult hit film of the same name, The Full Monty a 10-time Tony Award-nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly-anticipated closing number of any show. The powerhouse team of Terrence McNally…

Dates

From:

25 June 2024to29 June 2024Open 19:30 - 21:50

From:
29 June 2024Open 14:30 - 16:50
The Gruffalo

The Gruffalo

Nottingham

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Dates

From:

14 Nov 2024to17 Nov 2024
The Olive Boy

The Olive Boy

Nottingham

Friday 17 May 2024 | 7:45pm Nottingham Playhouse £15 A CRUDE, COMPELLING, COMING OF AGE COMEDY.
After the sudden death of his mother, a grieving yet quintessentially teenage boy is forced to change schools and move in with his, until that…

Dates

From:
17 May 2024Open 19:45 - 21:15
The Three Inch Fools: The Secret Diary of Henry VIII

The Three Inch Fools: The Secret Diary of Henry VIII

Chesterfield

The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing…

Venue

Hardwick Hall

Dates

From:

22 June 2024to23 June 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30
The Trials

The Trials

Nottingham

The Trials Nottingham Playhouse Wednesday 14 - Friday 16 August 2024 £9.50 - £21.00 It's easy for you to accuse me now but you don't understand. Everyone lived like we did!' In a future when air has become unbreathable, three adult Defendants…

Dates

From:

14 Aug 2024to16 Aug 2024Various Opening Times
The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling

Nottingham

Specially created for children ages 3 – 8, a brand-new version of this charming tale is the perfect introduction to live theatre.

Dates

From:

5 Dec 2024to4 Jan 2025Open 12:30 - 13:20
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Southwell

Friday 21 June 2024 6pm The Palace Gardens at Southwell Minster Tickets: Standard £15 / Concessions £12 / Family of 4 £50 / Under 4s FREE When Dorothy Gale is carried from her home in Kansas by a cyclone she finds herself in the magical land of…

Dates

From:
21 June 2024Open 18:00 - 19:30
This Is My Theatre presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

This Is My Theatre presents The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Edwinstowe

Experience a thrilling adventure in the heart of Sherwood Forest as we bring to life The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!!

Venue

Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & National Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire

Dates

From:
27 June 2024Open 18:30 - 20:30
Top Gun at Newstead Abbey

Top Gun at Newstead Abbey

Ravenshead

A blockbuster outdoor cinema experience at the stunning Newstead Abbey with a showing of the incredible Top Gun: Maverick.

Venue

Newstead Abbey, Nottingham

Dates

From:
26 July 2024
Treasure Island: An Adult Panto by Far Out Theatre

Treasure Island: An Adult Panto by Far Out Theatre

Nottingham

Get ready for a cheeky romp with Far Out Theatre on Pleasure Island with their latest, adult pantomime!

Dates

From:
7 Dec 2024Open 19:30 -
Unfortunate

Unfortunate

Nottingham

The Untold Story of Ursula The Sea Witch. The Musical Parody.

Dates

From:

24 June 2024to29 June 2024
War Horse

War Horse

Nottingham

This tour of War Horse marks 110 years since the start of the First World War and follows the 40th anniversary of the publication of Michael Morpurgo's global best-selling novel

Dates

From:

6 May 2025to17 May 2025Various Opening Times
We Love Musicals | Summer School

We Love Musicals | Summer School

Nottingham

Entertain your children this summer with Summer School Workshops at the Nottingham Arts Theatre.

Dates

From:

5 Aug 2024to9 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

From:

19 Aug 2024to23 Aug 2024