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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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Jah Makin' It Happen - A Reggae Musical

Jah Makin' It Happen - A Reggae Musical

Nottingham

An inspirational theatrical production that tells the story of a Jamaican family's journey from Jamaica to the UK during the Windrush era. Told through the vibrant sounds of reggae, the musical portrays the family's challenges, resilience, and…

Dates

From:
26 Nov 2025Open 13:30 - 20:15
Mark Thomas - Ordinary Decent Criminal

Mark Thomas - Ordinary Decent Criminal

Nottingham

Set in the years following the Strangeways Prison Riot, meet recovering addict Frankie, played by renowned political comedian Mark Thomas, as he enters the brave new world of a liberal prison experiment

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:
20 Nov 2025Open 19:30 - 20:40
Two Pints Podcast - Live! with Will Mellor & Ralf Little

Two Pints Podcast - Live! with Will Mellor & Ralf Little

Nottingham

Following two sell-out tours of their hugely successful Two Pints podcast Will Mellor and Ralf Little are hitting the road again with their laugh-out-loud banter for the brand-new November Nonsense: Two Pints Podcast Live tour.

Dates

From:
21 Nov 2025
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
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 -
RSC Hamlet

RSC Hamlet

Nottingham

The Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Nottingham with a 'must-see' (Guardian) new production of Hamlet.

Dates

From:

17 Mar 2026to21 Mar 2026Open 19:00 -
West Bridgford Operatic Society Presents: Kiss Me, Kate

West Bridgford Operatic Society Presents: Kiss Me, Kate

Nottingham

Various times, Variois dates | 2025
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West Bridgford Operatic Society returns in 2026 with this timeless classic, Kiss Me, Kate! Be prepared to be charmed by Kiss Me, Kate – an unforgettable…

Dates

From:

17 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026Open 19:30 -
Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Red Shoes

Matthew Bourne's New Adventures - The Red Shoes

Nottingham

An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences, The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart.

Dates

From:

3 Feb 2026to7 Feb 2026
The Dinosaur That Pooped

The Dinosaur That Pooped

Nottingham

When Danny and Dino’s favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or will…

Dates

From:
31 Jan 2026Open 12:00 - 15:30
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