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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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Chicago

Chicago

Nottingham

"Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts". So begins the international multi-award-winning musical, CHICAGO.

Dates

From:

14 June 2027to19 June 2027
Newark Book Festival

Newark Book Festival

Newark

Newark Book Festival returns this July for its 10th anniversary with 4 days of rich and diverse cevents for everyone who loves a good story, whether it's fantasy and fiction, crime and thrillers, history, nature, music or comedy.

Dates

From:

9 July 2026to12 July 2026Open 09:30 - 21:30
The Sex Lives of Puppets

The Sex Lives of Puppets

Nottingham

Funny, shocking and often surprisingly tender, this collaboration between puppets and the National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles creates a safe space to talk about sex in all its wonderous iterations. Not so much 'the birds and bees',…

Dates

From:

29 June 2026to30 June 2026
Pretty Woman The Musical

Pretty Woman The Musical

Nottingham

Vivian and Edward are unlikely soulmates who overcome all odds to find each other… and themselves. Experience the moments you love from the movie - and get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way - in this dazzlingly joyous love story for…

Dates

From:

21 Sep 2027to2 Oct 2027
Robin Hood & His Animal Friends

Robin Hood & His Animal Friends

Theatre Square, Nottingham

This 40-minute immersive theatre experience is packed with playful panto moments, larger-than-life puppets, and plenty of audience interaction. Robin Hood & his Animal Friends is a joyful, family-friendly show celebrating teamwork, bravery, and care…

Dates

From:

27 June 2026to28 June 2026
Can You Catch a Serial Killer?

Can You Catch a Serial Killer?

Nottingham

Join the investigation in 'Can You Catch a Serial Killer?' Step inside real-life cases through dramatised crime scene mock-ups, criminal profiling, investigative techniques, forensic evidence, and simulated autopsies. You'll connect the dots,…

Dates

From:
15 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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

From:
24 July 2026Open 17:00 -
From:
3 Aug 2026Open 18:00 -
Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

Nottingham

West Bridgford Operatic Society return to The Squire Performing Arts Centre with the enchanting Disney musical Beauty and the Beast. Be prepared to fall under the spell of this timeless tale of romance, transformation, and the power of love to see…

Dates

From:

16 Feb 2027to20 Feb 2027Open 19:30 - 22:00
The Full Monty

The Full Monty

Nottingham

As in the 1997 smash hit film, this production is a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs, laughs and heartbreak. Book now to relive the music of the 90's and have a great night out in the company of our group of lads as they work to put on the show…

Dates

From:

8 Feb 2027to13 Feb 2027
Mrs Doubtfire

Mrs Doubtfire

Nottingham

After dazzling audiences in the West End, Mrs Doubtfire is heading to Nottingham Theatre Royal for THREE WEEKS ONLY!

Dates

From:

27 Apr 2027to16 May 2027
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Edwinstowe

This Is My Theatre return to Sherwood Forest with their adaptation of Lewis Carol's much-loved classic, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.

Venue

Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & National Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire

Dates

From:
17 July 2026Open 18:30 - 20:45
Murder Mystery - ‘Hi-De-Die!’

Murder Mystery - ‘Hi-De-Die!’

Nottingham

All is not well at the seaside as tension and rivalry fills the salty air, murder is afoot, can you solve the mystery?

Dates

From:
18 Sep 2026
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
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