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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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Jack and the Beanstalk

Jack and the Beanstalk

Nottingham

Follow Jack, and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the spectacular family pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.

Dates

From:

28 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027
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
Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Sweeney Todd the Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Nottingham

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, is a dark, dramatic musical thriller by Stephen Sondheim.

Dates

From:
18 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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19 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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20 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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21 Mar 2026Open 19:00 - 21:50
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21 Mar 2026Open 14:00 - 16:50
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22 Mar 2026Open 14:00 - 16:50
SIX the Musical

SIX the Musical

Nottingham

Tuesday 28 April – Saturday 9 May 2026 Theatre Royal Tickets £25.00 to £55.00

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Nottingham following its previous…

Dates

From:

28 Apr 2026to9 May 2026
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 -
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
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
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 -
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
SHREK THE MUSICAL!

SHREK THE MUSICAL!

Nottingham

Running from Thursday 26 - Saturday 28 February 2026, 4th year Medical Students from the University of Nottingham will be upholding their annual tradition of putting down their stethoscopes and taking to the stage!

Dates

From:

26 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026
Cabaret Extreme

Cabaret Extreme

Nottingham

Wednesday 10 February 2027 | 8pm Royal Concert Hall Tickets from £25.50
From the creative visionaries behind the world's most iconic circuses comes CABARET EXTREME —a beautifully bizarre blend of burlesque, daring drag, extreme stunts, and…

Dates

From:
10 Feb 2027Open 20:00 -
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 -
Barnum: The Circus Musical

Barnum: The Circus Musical

Nottingham

This spectacular production directed by Jonathan O'Boyle and choreographed by Oti Mabuse will feature an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 actor-musicians, acrobats and amazing circus acts. Audiences are certain to delight at every sight,…

Venue

Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse, Nottingham

Dates

From:

26 May 2026to30 May 2026Various Opening Times
IDOL

IDOL

Djanogly Gallery, Nottingham

A student performance of an Andy Warhol-inspired original piece! In collaboration with Lakeside Arts in conjunction with the Andy Warhol: Pop Icon exhibit.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:

20 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
The Beekeeper of Aleppo - Nottingham Playhouse

The Beekeeper of Aleppo - Nottingham Playhouse

Nottingham

Following its world premiere here in 2023, and a sell-out tour, The Beekeeper of Aleppo makes a welcome return to Nottingham Playhouse.

Dates

From:

7 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026
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
Damian Hall – Running Forever

Damian Hall – Running Forever

Nottingham

Damian Hall - ultrarunner, coach, author, climate activist and tea addict - brings his first theatre tour to the stage.

Dates

From:
15 May 2026Open 19:30 -