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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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Sunny Afternoon

Sunny Afternoon

Nottingham

Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is back!

Dates

From:

17 Feb 2026to21 Feb 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 -
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
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

From:
14 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
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
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
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
From:
12 Apr 2026Open 12:30 - 14:00
From:
12 Apr 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
IDOL

IDOL

Djanogly Gallery, Nottingham

A student performance of an Andy Warhol-inspired original piece!

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:

20 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026
Adult Panto: Beauty and the Beast

Adult Panto: Beauty and the Beast

Nottingham

Beauty is searching for love – but instead finds herself trapped in a castle with a beast who has a very big… personality. Packed with outrageous innuendo, dazzling drag, and more sass than you can shake a candlestick at, this is a laugh-out-loud,…

Dates

From:
22 Feb 2026Open 16:00 - 22:00
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
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
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
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
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
I'm A Muslamic - Don't Panik

I'm A Muslamic - Don't Panik

Nottingham

This is a beautiful story that will have you laughing-out-loud and leave you feeling full of hope. After the show, enjoy a chat as we serve traditional Persian tea and date biscuits called Kolompeh.
Suitable for ages 12+

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:
26 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 20:30
Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Car Man

Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Car Man

Nottingham

Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 September 2026 Theatre Royal Tickets from £28.50
Fasten your seat belts…
Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Car Man is back! Loosely based on Bizet's ever-popular opera, The Car Man has one of the most thrilling…

Dates

From:

22 Sep 2026to26 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