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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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TS Crew NO DRAGON NO LION

TS Crew NO DRAGON NO LION

University Park, Nottingham

Be wowed by this Hong Kong troupe's lion dance circus! In a groundbreaking twist of tradition, this high-energy performance blends elements of the classical lion dance and Chinese opera with the pulse-pounding beats of beatboxing and the athleticism…

Dates

From:
15 June 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
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 -
The Crucible by Arthur Miller

The Crucible by Arthur Miller

Nottingham

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th April | 2025 | 7.30pm Nottingham £8 to £10
Nottingham Trent Student Union Drama Society present The Crucible. A dramatised, partially fictional account of the Salem witch trials that took place in Massachusetts in…

Dates

From:

26 Apr 2025to27 Apr 2025Open 19:30 - 22:20
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

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3 July 2025
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25 July 2025
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27 July 2025
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30 July 2025
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
Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories

Nottingham

Tuesday 29 April - Saturday 3 May | 8pm (Friday 6:30pm, 9:00pm, Saturday 4pm,8pm) Theatre Royal £46 - £20
A truly terrifying theatrical experience created by The League of Gentlemen’s Jeremy Dyson, and Andy Nyman, co-creator of Derren Brown’s…

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From:

29 Apr 2025to3 May 2025Various Opening Times
Paul Chowdhry

Paul Chowdhry

Nottingham

Friday 9 May–Saturday 10 May 2025 Theatre Royal Tickets £28.50 to £102.50 (VIP)
Multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry has announced his brand-new 'Englandia' UK stand-up tour for 2025.
Renowned as the most…

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From:

9 May 2025to10 May 2025Open 19:30 -
The Book of Mormon

The Book of Mormon

Nottingham

TRCH I Tuesday 3 June–Saturday 28 June 2025 Tickets £22.00 to £83.00
The New York Times calls it 'The best musical of this century.' The Washington Post says, 'It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.' And Entertainment…

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From:

3 June 2025to28 June 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
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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3 May 2025
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7 June 2025
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14 June 2025
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21 June 2025
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The Dales Music and Drama Group Present - Noises Off by Michael Frayn

The Dales Music and Drama Group Present - Noises Off by Michael Frayn

Nottingham

The Dales Music and Drama Group Present Noises Off by Michael Frayn. With performances from 21st - 24th May 2025 at The Dales United Reformed Church.

Dates

From:

21 May 2025to24 May 2025
Sky Full of Stars: A Tribute to Coldplay

Sky Full of Stars: A Tribute to Coldplay

Nottingham

Get ready for an electrifying night of music and fun at A Sky Full of Stars, the ultimate tribute to Coldplay! Join us for an unforgettable evening that captures the exhilarating essence of one of the world's most iconic bands!

Dates

From:
6 July 2025
Agatha Crusty & The Health Spa Murders

Agatha Crusty & The Health Spa Murders

Carlton in Lindrick, Worksop

Lindrick Players proudly present "Agatha Crusty & The Health Spa Murders" a spoof whodunnit by Derek Webb, directed by Lawrence Cohen, co-directed by Helene Sprowell.

Dates

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16 May 2025Open 19:30 -
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17 May 2025Open 14:30 -
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17 May 2025Open 19:30 -
Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile

Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile

Nottingham

Bitter Rivals. Buried Secrets. A love to die for.

Dates

From:

14 Apr 2026to18 Apr 2026
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
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18 May 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
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

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13 June 2025
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19 June 2025
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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…

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15 July 2025to2 Aug 2025Various Opening Times

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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
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26 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
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30 July 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
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3 Aug 2025Open 14:30 - 17:15
Inspector Morse - House of Ghosts

Inspector Morse - House of Ghosts

Nottingham

A chilling mystery unfolds when a young actress suddenly dies on stage during a performance, and Detective Chief Inspector Morse embarks on a gripping investigation.

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30 Sep 2025to4 Oct 2025
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
A Thousand Splendid Suns

A Thousand Splendid Suns

Nottingham

A powerful new production of A Thousand Splendid Suns, Khaled Hosseini's spiritual sequel to The Kite Runner.
In 1992 in an Afghanistan ravaged by war, an orphaned Laila is left alone in an increasingly threatening world. Her older neighbour…

Dates

From:

13 May 2025to24 May 2025