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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 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 -
I Had a Wheelbarrow

I Had a Wheelbarrow

Nottingham

'I Had a Wheelbarrow' A play by the Television Workshop is a new play about football, friendship, community and the wonderful city of Nottingham.

Dates

From:
15 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:15
From:
16 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:15
Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

Nottingham

TV star, broadcaster and barrister Rob Rinder will star as The Spirit of the Beans in this gigantic pantomime, alongside returning Nottingham pantomime favourite and much-loved comedian Neil Hurst, who will star as Simon Trot.

Dates

From:

28 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027
Mean Girls

Mean Girls

Nottingham

Expect iconic characters, razor-sharp wit, and killer songs. Grab your friends, this is going to be fetch and YES NOTTINGHAM, we're making it happen!

Dates

From:

3 Nov 2026to7 Nov 2026
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
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Nottingham

What begins as the search for a culprit soon reveals secrets closer to home, forcing him to confront truths that will test his courage, his family, and his understanding of trust, independence, and the wider world.

Dates

From:

13 Oct 2026to17 Oct 2026
Aladdin at Nottingham Playhouse

Aladdin at Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Join Nottingham Playhouse on a wild ride to a magical far-off land, for the astounding adventure of Aladdin! Can the plucky Aladdin prove himself to The Princess? And will the wicked sorcerer get his hands on the legendary lamp? With the help of a…

Dates

From:

27 Nov 2026to16 Jan 2027
Dinosaur Adventure - Live

Dinosaur Adventure - Live

Retford

Join the intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the Dinosaurs!

Dates

From:
25 May 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
GRINDR the Opera!

GRINDR the Opera!

Nottingham

Winner of Best New Musical at the Off West End Awards, Grindr: The Opera! is exactly what it sounds like, and gloriously, unapologetically more.

Dates

From:
10 Sep 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
From:
11 Sep 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
From:
12 Sep 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30