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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 King Stone

The King Stone

Nottingham

The misty hills of the Derbyshire moors. Nine stones stand in a circle. A tenth looms higher up the hill – The King Stone.
Bonded in their search for a mysterious figure said to wander the Peaks, Kristen and Phil meet nearly every Sunday at The…

Dates

From:

26 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026Open 19:45 -
SHREK THE MUSICAL!

SHREK THE MUSICAL!

Nottingham

Running from Thursday 26 - Saturday 28 February 2026, 4th year Medical Students from the University of Nottingham will be upholding their annual tradition of putting down their stethoscopes and taking to the stage!

Dates

From:

26 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026
Barnum: The Circus Musical

Barnum: The Circus Musical

Nottingham

This spectacular production directed by Jonathan O'Boyle and choreographed by Oti Mabuse will feature an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 actor-musicians, acrobats and amazing circus acts. Audiences are certain to delight at every sight,…

Venue

Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham

Dates

From:

26 May 2026to30 May 2026Various Opening Times
Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Nottingham

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, is a dark, dramatic musical thriller by Stephen Sondheim.

Dates

From:
18 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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19 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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20 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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21 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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21 Mar 2026Open 14:00 - 16:50
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22 Mar 2026Open 14:00 - 16:50
Things I Know to be True

Things I Know to be True

Nottingham

Monday 9 - Saturday 14 February 2026 | 7.30pm Mon - Sat, 2.30pm Sat Lace Market Theatre Tickets from £15
Would you be able to list all the things you know to be true in your life? What exists for you that is concrete, dependable and safe?
…

Dates

From:

9 Feb 2026to14 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

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14 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
The Silence Of The Lambs

The Silence Of The Lambs

Nottingham

Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 September 2026 Theatre Royal Tickets from £22
The iconic psychological thriller A world stage premier The Silence Of The Lambs
Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now…
Come face to face with the chilling cultural…

Dates

From:

15 Sep 2026to19 Sep 2026Various Opening Times
Small Island

Small Island

Nottingham

Directed by Matthew Xia, this bold staging offers a fresh perspective on a world shaped by empire and entitlement, caught between belonging and unbelonging, disappointment and hope.

Dates

From:

28 Apr 2026to16 May 2026Various Opening Times
High Society

High Society

Nottingham

Hot on the heels of Anything Goes and Kiss Me, Kate, this summer's most eagerly anticipated production delivers another glorious dose of Golden Age musical theatre escapism across the UK and Ireland.

Dates

From:

3 Nov 2026to7 Nov 2026
The Magic of Motown

The Magic of Motown

Nottingham

Saturday 26 September 2026 | 7.30pm Royal Concert Hall Tickets from £35.00
Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back!
It's no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.
Come celebrate…

Dates

From:
26 Sep 2026Open 19:30 -
Adriana Brownlee – Death Zone

Adriana Brownlee – Death Zone

Nottingham

Leading British mountaineer Adriana Brownlee shares stories about the highs and lows of her adventures

Dates

From:
5 June 2026Open 19:30 -
Teach Rex Live!

Teach Rex Live!

Nottingham

The award winning Teach Rex team are returning and delighted to be bringing this unique, interactive show to the families of Nottingham!

Dates

From:
12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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12 Apr 2026Open 12:30 - 14:00
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12 Apr 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
Nottingham Operatic Society: Chess The Musical

Nottingham Operatic Society: Chess The Musical

Nottingham

Originally launched as a concept album by Sir Tim Rice, with music by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus (ABBA), the first production ran for three years in the West End in 1986, and has continued to be staged all over the world.

Dates

From:

27 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026
TIDY

TIDY

Nottingham

Based on the book by author and illustrator Emily Gravett. Pete the badger likes everything to be neat and tidy: the flowers, the leaves, even the other animals.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:

28 Feb 2026to1 Mar 2026Various Opening Times
Cabaret Extreme

Cabaret Extreme

Nottingham

Wednesday 10 February 2027 | 8pm Royal Concert Hall Tickets from £25.50
From the creative visionaries behind the world's most iconic circuses comes CABARET EXTREME —a beautifully bizarre blend of burlesque, daring drag, extreme stunts, and…

Dates

From:
10 Feb 2027Open 20:00 -
Macbeth

Macbeth

Nottingham

In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast's Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring a magical, lucid interpretation of Shakespeare's blood-soaked tragedy to life.

Dates

From:

27 Mar 2026to28 Mar 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
Rhinestone Cowboy: The Glen Campbell Story

Rhinestone Cowboy: The Glen Campbell Story

Nottingham

This theatre show delivers an immersive experience that celebrates the highs and lows of Glen Campbell's life.

Dates

From:
7 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30