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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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Nottingham Shakespeare present THE TEMPEST - Free shows!

Nottingham Shakespeare present THE TEMPEST - Free shows!

Nottingham Shakespeare Company (NSC) is thrilled to unveil their newest outdoor touring show, a fast paced and funny production of Shakespeare's final comedy, The Tempest.

Dates

From:

29 July 2026to8 Aug 2026
Carlton Musical Productions - Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Carlton Musical Productions - Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Nottingham

Join Theatre Royal on a joyful adventure with a truly special car that can fly through the sky and sail across the sea.

Dates

From:

2 June 2027to5 June 2027
Shrek Jr: Summer School

Shrek Jr: Summer School

Old Basford, Nottinghm

Summer School is BACK for 2026! With a professional creative team by your side, you'll have the opportunity to work on a complete show in just one week.

Dates

From:

27 July 2026to31 July 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Operation Mincemeat

Operation Mincemeat

Nottingham

Nottingham, get ready to welcome Operation Mincemeat to the Theatre Royal Nottingham—one of the city's go-to spots for a brilliant night out.

Dates

From:

20 July 2026to1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Blind Item

Blind Item

Nottingham

Set inside a bunker on an island, the SSNM (Secret Society of News and Media) are hard at work trying their best to tear society apart with absurdist headlines. Their newest recruit 'Young One', a ten year old, has started her first day of work and…

Dates

From:
28 July 2026Open 19:00 - 20:10
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
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