Scott Bennett – Stuff Scott Bennett – Stuff
Comedy

Scott Bennett – Stuff

Thu 5 Mar

The star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club...

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Ardal O’Hanlon Ardal O’Hanlon
Comedy

Ardal O’Hanlon

Fri 6 Mar

Oh, it’s all there! All the trademarks are in evidence in Ardal’s latest show.

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Fixing Fixing

Fixing

Fri 6 Mar

A show about family breakups, learning car maintenance and choosing the right shade of lipstick to do it in.

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The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a
Film

The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a

Sat 7 Mar

From the producers of Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-long-a GREASE comes the smash-hit film musical that everyone can’t stop...

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The State of Being The State of Being

The State of Being

A dance and drama double bill Wed 11 Mar

Join us for an evening of performance from two of Nottingham Playhouse’s adult participation groups.

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Punch Punch
Drama

Punch

By James Graham. Based on the book 'Right from Wrong' by Jacob Dunne Fri 13 Mar – Sat 4 Apr

An important and fascinating new play about the incredible power of forgiveness, that asks important questions about toxic masculinity, class...

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Nottingham Playhouse Choir

Join the Choir – an informal and enjoyable group open to everyone who wants to sing, have fun and perform at Nottingham Playhouse.

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Rootz Sharing Rootz Sharing

Rootz Sharing

Thu 19 Mar

A new drama about trust, loyalty, and the consequences of taking justice into your own hands - Rootz Sharing

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Nine Sixteenths Nine Sixteenths
Drama

Nine Sixteenths

Fri 20 Mar

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Infant Young Company Sharing Infant Young Company Sharing

Infant Young Company Sharing

Sat 21 Mar

Step into the Magical Jungle of Stories with Infant Young Company, stories created entirely by the children themselves.

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Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group

Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group

Sat 21 Mar

Junior Young Company’s Tales from the Underworld is a bold, devised adventure through Greek myths, through the imagination of the...

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Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group

Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group

Sat 21 Mar

Junior Young Company (Sky Group) bring The Jungle Book to life in a vibrant, adventure-filled and finding your place in...

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Amplify Co-Working Sessions Amplify Co-Working Sessions

Amplify Co-Working Sessions

Friday 27 February

For creatives who have work to be getting on with but like being around other people doing the same.

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Get Involved

As well as our shows, the summer term of our participation programmes will also now take place in person. From Little Playhouse to our Encore group for over 55s, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing

Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing

Mon 23 Mar

Senior Young Company (Mondays) present Mac’s Farm — that twists a familiar nursery rhyme into a dark psychological horror

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Scott Bennett – Stuff Scott Bennett – Stuff
Comedy

Scott Bennett – Stuff

Thu 5 Mar

The star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club...

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Ardal O’Hanlon Ardal O’Hanlon
Comedy

Ardal O’Hanlon

Fri 6 Mar

Oh, it’s all there! All the trademarks are in evidence in Ardal’s latest show.

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Fixing Fixing

Fixing

Fri 6 Mar

A show about family breakups, learning car maintenance and choosing the right shade of lipstick to do it in.

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The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a
Film

The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long-a

Sat 7 Mar

From the producers of Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-long-a GREASE comes the smash-hit film musical that everyone can’t stop...

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The State of Being The State of Being

The State of Being

A dance and drama double bill Wed 11 Mar

Join us for an evening of performance from two of Nottingham Playhouse’s adult participation groups.

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Punch Punch
Drama

Punch

By James Graham. Based on the book 'Right from Wrong' by Jacob Dunne Fri 13 Mar – Sat 4 Apr

An important and fascinating new play about the incredible power of forgiveness, that asks important questions about toxic masculinity, class...

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Rootz Sharing Rootz Sharing

Rootz Sharing

Thu 19 Mar

A new drama about trust, loyalty, and the consequences of taking justice into your own hands - Rootz Sharing

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Nine Sixteenths Nine Sixteenths
Drama

Nine Sixteenths

Fri 20 Mar

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Infant Young Company Sharing Infant Young Company Sharing

Infant Young Company Sharing

Sat 21 Mar

Step into the Magical Jungle of Stories with Infant Young Company, stories created entirely by the children themselves.

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Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group

Junior Young Company Sharing – Mirror Group

Sat 21 Mar

Junior Young Company’s Tales from the Underworld is a bold, devised adventure through Greek myths, through the imagination of the...

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Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group

Junior Young Company Sharing: Sky Group

Sat 21 Mar

Junior Young Company (Sky Group) bring The Jungle Book to life in a vibrant, adventure-filled and finding your place in...

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Amplify Co-Working Sessions Amplify Co-Working Sessions

Amplify Co-Working Sessions

Friday 27 February

For creatives who have work to be getting on with but like being around other people doing the same.

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Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing

Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Mondays) Sharing

Mon 23 Mar

Senior Young Company (Mondays) present Mac’s Farm — that twists a familiar nursery rhyme into a dark psychological horror

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Senior Young Company: Group 2 Sharing Senior Young Company: Group 2 Sharing

Senior Young Company: Group 2 Sharing

Mon 23 Mar

Senior Young Company reimagine Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None in a suspenseful, contemporary performance.

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Touch Tour: Punch Touch Tour: Punch
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Touch Tour: Punch

Thu 26 – Sat 28 Mar

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

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Open Stage Young Company Sharing Open Stage Young Company Sharing

Open Stage Young Company Sharing

Thu 26 Mar

Open Stage Young Company bring a magical factory adventure to life, full of wonder, surprises, and lessons in kindness.

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Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Saturdays) Sharing Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Saturdays) Sharing

Senior Young Company: Group 1 (Saturdays) Sharing

Fri 27 Mar

Senior Young Company Group 1 (Saturdays) Sharing present a gripping tale of a mysterious disappearance on a remote island school.

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Because We Said We Would Because We Said We Would

Because We Said We Would

Sat 28 Mar

Follow Jeanie and Tam from the age of seven as they bond over Queen and cassette tapes, making a pact...

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Don’t Call Me China Doll Don’t Call Me China Doll

Don’t Call Me China Doll

By Diana Feng Thu 2 Apr

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Last Unicorn Airways Last Unicorn Airways
Children's Theatre

Last Unicorn Airways

A Blanket Fort Club Production Sat 4 Apr

A spellbinding sensory-immersive journey around the world

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Children's Theatre

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Based on the book by JUDITH KERR Mon 6 - Wed 8 Apr 2026

The purrfect treat for all the family!

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – April The Playhouse Pub Quiz – April

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – April

Tue 7 Apr

Join our Easter Special Playhouse Pub Quiz. Great trivia, brilliant prizes and a cracking night out with friends.

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Travellers Tunes: An Evening with Steve Cradock Travellers Tunes: An Evening with Steve Cradock
Music

Travellers Tunes: An Evening with Steve Cradock

Featuring songs by Ocean Colour Scene Thu 9 Apr

Ocean Colour Scene guitarist Steve Cradock is responsible for some of the most distinctive riffs of the past 30 years.

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Tom Gates’ Epic Stage Show Tom Gates’ Epic Stage Show
Children's Theatre

Tom Gates’ Epic Stage Show

Fri 10 Apr

With catchy tunes and hilarious performances.

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Ivo Graham – Orange Crush Ivo Graham – Orange Crush
Comedy

Ivo Graham – Orange Crush

Fri 10 Apr

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Amplify Seasons: Winter Amplify Seasons: Winter
Season

Amplify Seasons: Winter

Fri 10 Apr

Join us for an evening of bold new work, fresh perspectives, and original voices, celebrating the new talent from across...

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Clementine Clementine
Comedy

Clementine

Sat 11 Apr

Bonnets at the ready, ladies, for the debut character comedy show of the (Scorpio) season.

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ELO Again ELO Again
Music

ELO Again

The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra Sat 11 Apr

ELO Again return with their stunning Back to the Blue Tour, celebrating the timeless and universal music of Jeff Lynne...

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Sycamore Gap Sycamore Gap

Sycamore Gap

by Al Smith Sun 12 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Echo Theatre presents Sycamore Gap by Al Smith.

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Britney’s Lock Britney’s Lock

Britney’s Lock

By Alexandra Wood Sun 12 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Flourish Theatre presents Britney’s Lock by Alexandra Wood.

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Wildfire Road Wildfire Road

Wildfire Road

by Eve Leigh Sun 12 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Nottingham Playhouse Connections Company presents Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh.

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National Theatre Connections Festival 2026 National Theatre Connections Festival 2026
Season

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026

Sun 12 – Tue 14 Apr

National Theatre's Connections Festival is back and better than ever this Spring

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Wildfire Road Wildfire Road

Wildfire Road

by Eve Leigh Mon 13 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Lambstail Youth Theatre presents Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh.

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Wildfire Road Wildfire Road

Wildfire Road

by Eve Leigh Mon 13 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Nottingham College presents Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh.

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The Animals The Animals

The Animals

by Sean Buckley Tue 14 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. NGA Theatre Company presents The Animals by Sean Buckley.

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Wildfire Road Wildfire Road

Wildfire Road

by Eve Leigh Tue 14 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. One Act Theatre Company presents Wildfire Road by Eve Leigh

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Fishville Fishville

Fishville

by Afsaneh Grey Tue 14 Apr

National Theatre Connections Festival 2026. Rugby Connected Youth Theatre presents Fishville by Afsaneh Grey.

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Austentatious – April 2026 Austentatious – April 2026
Comedy

Austentatious – April 2026

An Improvised Jane Austen Novel Fri 17 Apr

Austentatious is saddling the horses for a Grand Tour of the United Kingdom! Before Bridgerton there was… Austentatious!

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The Book Club (Plus Support) The Book Club (Plus Support)
Comedy

The Book Club (Plus Support)

Fri 17 Apr

The Book Club like books -especially ones they haven’t actually read. 

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Michelle De Swarte – The Afters Michelle De Swarte – The Afters
Comedy

Michelle De Swarte – The Afters

Sat 18 Apr

Michelle De Swarte is back with her entourage of trademark razor-sharp wit and no-holds-barred storytelling.

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The Canterbury Tales The Canterbury Tales

The Canterbury Tales

Sat 18 Apr

A modern musical retelling of The Canterbury Tales with humor, drama, and catchy songs - The Canterbury Tales

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Dinosaurs Live Dinosaurs Live
Children's Theatre

Dinosaurs Live

Sun 19 Apr

For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London’s Natural History Museum, is going on tour!

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David Olusoga – A Gun Through Time David Olusoga – A Gun Through Time
Talk

David Olusoga – A Gun Through Time

Wed 22 Apr

David Olusoga offers remarkable storytelling in this powerful, unexpected and enlightening social narrative.

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Gary Delaney – Gary On Laughing Gary Delaney – Gary On Laughing
Comedy

Gary Delaney – Gary On Laughing

Thu 23 Apr

His videos have hundreds of millions of views. So now he’s doing it all again with a brand new show.

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Chuckl. Nottingham – April Chuckl. Nottingham – April
Comedy

Chuckl. Nottingham – April

with Headliner Russell Kane Fri 24 Apr

Chuckl., the UK’s premier comedy club, is coming to town with another unforgettable night of stand-up.

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Mike Wozniak – The Bench Mike Wozniak – The Bench
Comedy

Mike Wozniak – The Bench

Sat 25 Apr – Wed 14 Oct

New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent.

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Small Island Small Island
Drama

Small Island

Adapted by Helen Edmundson. Based on the novel by Andrea Levy. Tue 28 Apr – Sat 16 May

A powerful and intimate portrayal of Andrea Levy’s multi award-winning novel, adapted for the stage by Helen Edmundson.

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Small Island Curtain Raiser Small Island Curtain Raiser

Small Island Curtain Raiser

Tue 28 Apr

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Future Producers of Musicals in the Midlands Future Producers of Musicals in the Midlands

Future Producers of Musicals in the Midlands

Information & Networking Opportunity at Nottingham Playhouse Thu 30 Apr

A free networking and insight event for aspiring and early-career musical theatre producers in the Midlands.

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – May The Playhouse Pub Quiz – May

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – May

Tue 5 May

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see who really knows their stuff.

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Touch Tour: Small Island Touch Tour: Small Island
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Touch Tour: Small Island

Thu 14 – Fri 15 May

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

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Scenes from a Friendship Scenes from a Friendship
Drama

Scenes from a Friendship

by Jane Upton Fri 15 May – Sat 6 Jun

A funny and deeply felt look at the bond you share with your best friend, who’s shaped your life, knows...

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Jonathan Van Ness – Hot and Healed Jonathan Van Ness – Hot and Healed
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Jonathan Van Ness – Hot and Healed

Mon 18 May

Queer Eye star and beloved global icon Jonathan Van Ness is heading back to the UK with their brand new...

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Lenny Henry – Still at Large Lenny Henry – Still at Large
Comedy

Lenny Henry – Still at Large

Tue 19 May

For over five decades, Lenny Henry has been telling stories – on stage, on screen and through a host of...

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Scenes from a Friendship Curtain Raiser Scenes from a Friendship Curtain Raiser
Talk

Scenes from a Friendship Curtain Raiser

Tue 19 May

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Keith Brymer Jones and Marj Hogarth – Us, Pots and Our Welsh Chapel Dream Keith Brymer Jones and Marj Hogarth – Us, Pots and Our Welsh Chapel Dream
Talk

Keith Brymer Jones and Marj Hogarth – Us, Pots and Our Welsh Chapel Dream

Thu 21 May

Dancer. Front man in an almost famous band. Judge on The Great Pottery Throwdown. How did all that happen?

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Nottingham Playhouse Business Club May 2026 Nottingham Playhouse Business Club May 2026

Nottingham Playhouse Business Club May 2026

Thu 21 May 2026

An opportunity to meet new local contacts, share experiences and learn valuable practical skills for your business.

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Craig Revel Horwood – Revelations Craig Revel Horwood – Revelations

Craig Revel Horwood – Revelations

Songs Boys Don't Sing Fri 22 May

Craig Revel Horwood is a national treasure. The longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing is the master of...

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Barnum Barnum
Musical

Barnum

The Circus Musical Tue 26 – Sat 30 May

Lee Mead stars as the World's Greatest Showman

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Still Pointless: BalletBoyz at 25 Still Pointless: BalletBoyz at 25
Dance

Still Pointless: BalletBoyz at 25

Tue 2 Jun

Celebrating a quarter of a century on stage. This is the best of BalletBoyz.

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Touch Tour: Scenes from a Friendship Touch Tour: Scenes from a Friendship
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Touch Tour: Scenes from a Friendship

Tue 2 Jun

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – June The Playhouse Pub Quiz – June

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – June

Wed 3 Jun

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see who really knows their stuff.

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Ruby Wax – Absolutely Famous Ruby Wax – Absolutely Famous
Comedy

Ruby Wax – Absolutely Famous

Thu 4 Jun

It's almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax DIDN'T meet, interview and coax fascinating insights from in her huge TV...

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Danny Bhoy – Dear World Danny Bhoy – Dear World
Comedy

Danny Bhoy – Dear World

Sat 6 Jun

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John Kearns – Tilting at Windmills John Kearns – Tilting at Windmills
Comedy

John Kearns – Tilting at Windmills

Wed 10 Jun

Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns.

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Shoot From The Hip Shoot From The Hip
Comedy

Shoot From The Hip

Fri 12 Jun

Shoot From The Hip bring their award-winning, TikTok-viral improvised comedy to Nottingham Playhouse!

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Dance Express 2026 Dance Express 2026
Dance

Dance Express 2026

Sat 13 - Sun 14 June 2026

Two days of superb entertainment, choreographed and produced by principal Tracy Quaife.

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Nottingham Playhouse Schools Shakespeare Festival Nottingham Playhouse Schools Shakespeare Festival

Nottingham Playhouse Schools Shakespeare Festival

Mon 15 – Tue 16 Jun

Nottingham Playhouse Schools Shakespeare Festival is a unique large-scale performance by Nottingham Schools on the main stage.

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The Simon and Garfunkel Story The Simon and Garfunkel Story
Music

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

Wed 17 Jun

Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel...

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The Carpenters Story The Carpenters Story
Music

The Carpenters Story

Thu 18 Jun

Featuring all of the Carpenters hit songs including Close To You, Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun, Rainy...

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One Foot in the Dark One Foot in the Dark

One Foot in the Dark

by Divija Melally & Saili Katebe Thu 18 Jun

What does it mean to navigate through life, questions and unknowns?

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Austentatious – June 2026 Austentatious – June 2026
Comedy

Austentatious – June 2026

An Improvised Jane Austen Novel Fri 19 Jun

Austentatious is saddling the horses for a Grand Tour of the United Kingdom! Before Bridgerton there was… Austentatious!

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A Country Night in Nashville A Country Night in Nashville
Music

A Country Night in Nashville

Sat 20 Jun

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SMOKE SMOKE

SMOKE

Created and performed by Alexis Gregory . Directed by Campbell X Sat 20 Jun

SMOKE is a new queer thriller meets savage comedy from acclaimed queer creatives.

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The Greatest Hits of Motown The Greatest Hits of Motown
Music

The Greatest Hits of Motown

How Sweet It Is Fri 26 Jun

The Greatest Hits of Motown will deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have!

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That’s Not My Name That’s Not My Name
Comedy

That’s Not My Name

Fri 26 Jun

That’s Not My Name is 75 minutes of genre-defying and mind-bending carnage.

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A Luncheon Meat on The Blue Danube A Luncheon Meat on The Blue Danube

A Luncheon Meat on The Blue Danube

Performance in Cantonese with English subtitles Sat 27 Jun

A performance that speaks straight to the heart — without ever raising its voice.

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Bryony Kimmings – Bog Witch Bryony Kimmings – Bog Witch

Bryony Kimmings – Bog Witch

Sat 27 Jun

Bryony Kimmings’ Bog Witch is a darkly funny, critically acclaimed show about motherhood, nature and survival.

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The Market Deeping Model Railway Club The Market Deeping Model Railway Club
Drama

The Market Deeping Model Railway Club

by William Ivory Mon 6 – Sat 25 Jul

A comedy of high stakes drama in a small-town setting - celebrating community, friendship, and British eccentricity.

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The Market Deeping Model Railway Club Curtain Raiser The Market Deeping Model Railway Club Curtain Raiser

The Market Deeping Model Railway Club Curtain Raiser

Tue 7 Jul

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – July The Playhouse Pub Quiz – July

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – July

Wed 8 Jul

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see who really knows their stuff.

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Dyke Systems Ltd Dyke Systems Ltd

Dyke Systems Ltd

Thu 9 Jul

A high-camp queer satire skewering 1990s MLM culture, capitalist greed and corporate feminism. - Dyke Systems Ltd

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The Magical Major Oak: Down in the Pond The Magical Major Oak: Down in the Pond
Children's Theatre

The Magical Major Oak: Down in the Pond

Directed by Sarah West. Design by Erin Fleming. Sat 11 Jul

An enchanting interactive adventure that’s perfect for children aged 2 -4.

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Touch Tour: The Market Deeping Model Railway Club Touch Tour: The Market Deeping Model Railway Club
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Touch Tour: The Market Deeping Model Railway Club

Thu 16 – Sat 18 Jul

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Play in a Week: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Play in a Week: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Workshop

Play in a Week: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

For ages 9-16 Sat 25 - Fri 31 Jul (exc. Sun 26 Jul)

Join us for a fantastic week filled with drama, creativity and discovery in this Play in a Week Summer School!

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Summer Schools 2026 Summer Schools 2026
Season

Summer Schools 2026

Sat 25 Jul – Tue 11 Aug

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Musical Theatre Summer School Musical Theatre Summer School

Musical Theatre Summer School

Monday 27 July to Friday 7 August (excluding Sun 2 Aug) or Monday 3 August - Friday 7 August (see below for details)

Sing, dance and act your way to a spectacular performance this summer! 

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Stage Combat Summer School Stage Combat Summer School
Workshop

Stage Combat Summer School

For ages 11-18 Tue 4 - Wed 5 Aug

Get ready for action this summer with our 2-day unarmed stage combat school—learn epic fight scenes, safe techniques, and have...

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Play in 3 Days: Pinocchio Play in 3 Days: Pinocchio
Workshop

Play in 3 Days: Pinocchio

For ages 6-8 Wed 5 - Fri 7 Aug

Come with us this summer for fun-filled days of creativity, confidence-building, and adventure!

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K-POP Live – The Theatre Show K-POP Live – The Theatre Show
Music

K-POP Live – The Theatre Show

Sat 8 Aug

The Ultimate Musical Tribute to the Global K-POP phenomenon

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Acting for Screen Summer School Acting for Screen Summer School
Workshop

Acting for Screen Summer School

For ages 11-18 Mon 10 - Tue 11 Aug

Led by Tim Smith, learn all things acting for screen in this two-day intensive.

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – August The Playhouse Pub Quiz – August

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – August

Wed 12 Aug

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see who really knows their stuff.

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The Playhouse Pub Quiz – September The Playhouse Pub Quiz – September

The Playhouse Pub Quiz – September

Thu 3 Sep

Bring your friends, grab a drink, and see who really knows their stuff.

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Till The Stars Come Down Till The Stars Come Down
Drama

Till The Stars Come Down

by Beth Steel Sat 5 – Sat 26 Sep

Beth Steel’s Olivier-nominated, uproariously funny, family drama comes to Nottingham for the first time in this regional premiere.

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Till the Stars Come Down Curtain Raiser Till the Stars Come Down Curtain Raiser
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Till the Stars Come Down Curtain Raiser

Mon 7 Sep

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The City for Incurable Women The City for Incurable Women

The City for Incurable Women

A darkly comic history of hysteria Sat 12 Sep

A darkly comic exploration of hysteria and women on display - The City for Incurable Women

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Touch Tour: Till The Stars Come Down Touch Tour: Till The Stars Come Down
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Touch Tour: Till The Stars Come Down

Thu 17 – Sat 19 Sep

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

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Nottingham Playhouse Business Club September 2026 Nottingham Playhouse Business Club September 2026

Nottingham Playhouse Business Club September 2026

Thu 24 Sep

An opportunity to meet new local contacts, share experiences and learn valuable practical skills for your business.

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Michael Spicer: Hope All’s Well Michael Spicer: Hope All’s Well
Comedy

Michael Spicer: Hope All’s Well

Wed 30 Sep

The online sensation behind the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door, returns with another hilarious and brilliantly entertaining satirical...

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Jeremy Bowen – Truth Under Fire Jeremy Bowen – Truth Under Fire
Talk

Jeremy Bowen – Truth Under Fire

Thu 1 Oct

The world is facing more armed conflicts than at any point in decades, and Jeremy Bowen has reported from the...

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Michael Mania Michael Mania
Music

Michael Mania

Fri 2 Oct

Get ready to relive the hits that shaped musical history. This is Michael Mania™.

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The Selfish Giant The Selfish Giant
Children's Theatre

The Selfish Giant

Sat 3 Oct

No one, not even the story-tellers themselves, can be left unaffected by this inspiring tale of love and generosity.

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Maisie Adam – Whatsherface Maisie Adam – Whatsherface
Comedy

Maisie Adam – Whatsherface

Sun 4 Oct

Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with...

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Abba Mania Abba Mania
Music

Abba Mania

Mon 5 Oct

Experience the Magic of ABBA — Live on Stage!

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Enter the Castle – Jon Ronson Enter the Castle – Jon Ronson
Talk

Enter the Castle – Jon Ronson

Mystery, Crime & Unmoored Men Tue 6 Oct

After three decades investigating the strange edges of human behaviour—from public shamings, psychopaths, to modern moral panics—Jon Ronson’s latest true...

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Kiell Smith-Bynoe’s Kool Story Bro Kiell Smith-Bynoe’s Kool Story Bro
Comedy

Kiell Smith-Bynoe’s Kool Story Bro

Thu 8 Oct

Kiell Smith-Bynoe (star of Ghosts, Taskmaster and Stath Lets Flats) is bringing his smash hit improv comedy show to Nottingham.

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Jazz Emu – The Pleasure Is All Yours Jazz Emu – The Pleasure Is All Yours
Comedy

Jazz Emu – The Pleasure Is All Yours

Thu 8 Oct

Musical comedian Jazz Emu brings his explosive new show to Nottingham Playhouse — huge songs, razor-sharp comedy, total audience satisfaction.

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Lucy Beaumont Live Lucy Beaumont Live
Comedy

Lucy Beaumont Live

Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos Fri 9 Oct

Lucy Beaumont returns with Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos – a hilariously surreal night of storytelling, chaos, and...

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Flo and Joan – With Feeling Flo and Joan – With Feeling
Comedy

Flo and Joan – With Feeling

Sat 10 Oct

The time has come for critically acclaimed musical comedy duo Flo & Joan to write another bio as they make...

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Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Comedy

Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf

Mon 12 – Tue 13 Oct

In this brand new show, Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of North...

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Queenz: Battle of the Divas! Queenz: Battle of the Divas!

Queenz: Battle of the Divas!

Thu 15 Oct

The sequins are sharper, the vocals are higher, and the competition is fierce!

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The Story of Guitar Heroes The Story of Guitar Heroes
Music

The Story of Guitar Heroes

10th Anniversary Tour Fri 16 Oct

This spectacular live guitar-fest journeys through 50 years of iconic hits from the greatest guitar legends.

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Nigel Havers – Talking B*ll*cks Nigel Havers – Talking B*ll*cks
Comedy

Nigel Havers – Talking B*ll*cks

Sat 17 Oct

The full Havers experience: charm, wit, and absolutely no running in slow motion.

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Moonsmile Moonsmile
Children's Theatre

Moonsmile

Sat 17 Oct

Friendship can be anywhere!

RP
Relaxed Performance
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Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams

Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams

Mon 19 Oct

Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams—To Kill a Queen: Elizabeth I, Mary, Queen of Scots, and the Politics of Survival

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Josh Pugh: Ha Ha, Yeah Sound Josh Pugh: Ha Ha, Yeah Sound
Comedy

Josh Pugh: Ha Ha, Yeah Sound

Thu 22 Oct

After two sold-out tours, Josh Pugh returns with a brilliantly awkward hour of stand-up— as seen on Live at the...

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Paul Merton & Suki Webster’s Improv Show Paul Merton & Suki Webster’s Improv Show
Comedy

Paul Merton & Suki Webster’s Improv Show

Fri 23 Oct

Paul Merton and Suki Webster host a fast-paced night of improvised comedy with Mike McShane and special guests - Improv...

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Let Me Entertain You Let Me Entertain You

Let Me Entertain You

A Tribute to Robbie Williams Sat 24 Oct

A thrilling and authentic celebration of a true pop legend — perfect for any Robbie fan.

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The Tale of the Loneliest Whale The Tale of the Loneliest Whale
Children's Theatre

The Tale of the Loneliest Whale

Mon 26 Oct

A magical, interactive puppetry show, celebrating friendship, difference and being yourself - The Tale of the Loneliest Whale

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Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

by Isobel McArthur after Jane Austen Mon 2 – Sat 7 Nov

An award-winning unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen's most iconic love story.

AD
Audio Described performance
CAP
Captioned Performance
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Touch Tour: Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) Touch Tour: Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)
Access Event

Touch Tour: Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of)

Wed 4 Nov

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

TT
Touch Tour
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Aladdin Open Rehearsal Aladdin Open Rehearsal

Aladdin Open Rehearsal

Mon 9 Nov

Join us for an exclusive chance to watch the Aladdin cast in action.

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August Wilson’s Fences August Wilson’s Fences

August Wilson’s Fences

Tue 10 – Sat 14 Nov

August Wilson’s landmark play, set in the1950s, returns in a vital new production.

AD
Audio Described performance
CAP
Captioned Performance
BSL
BSL interpreted performance
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Touch Tour: Fences Touch Tour: Fences
Access Event

Touch Tour: Fences

Wed 11 Nov

Our Touch Tours enable Blind and partially sighted people to explore the stage, set, props and costumes before attending the...

TT
Touch Tour
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Dylan Moran – LOOKING FOR TROUBLE Dylan Moran – LOOKING FOR TROUBLE
Comedy

Dylan Moran – LOOKING FOR TROUBLE

Sun 15 Nov

A darkly comic, irreverent ride through work, consumerism, and existential chaos—Dylan Moran style.

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Uncovering Ancient Egypt with Bettany Hughes Uncovering Ancient Egypt with Bettany Hughes
Talk

Uncovering Ancient Egypt with Bettany Hughes

Wed 18 Nov

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Laura Smyth – Born Aggy Laura Smyth – Born Aggy
Comedy

Laura Smyth – Born Aggy

Thu 19 Nov

Laura Smyth has had a meteoric rise in comedy!

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Sindhu Vee – Swanky Sindhu Vee – Swanky
Comedy

Sindhu Vee – Swanky

Fri 20 Nov

From the award-winning star of Live at the Apollo comes a brand-new stand-up show

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Ginger Johnson Ginger Johnson
Comedy

Ginger Johnson

Sat 21 Nov

The nation’s silliest sausage is back on the road with her brand new live spectacular: Show Pony!

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Nottingham Playhouse Business Club November 2026 Nottingham Playhouse Business Club November 2026

Nottingham Playhouse Business Club November 2026

Thu 26 Nov

An opportunity to meet new local contacts, share experiences and learn valuable practical skills for your business.

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Aladdin Aladdin
Pantomime

Aladdin

Fri 27 Nov – Sat 16 Jan 2027

Join us on a wild ride to a magical far-off land for the astounding adventure of Aladdin!

CAP
Captioned Performance
AD
Audio Described performance
BSL
BSL interpreted performance
RP
Relaxed Performance
DF
Dementia Friendly Performance
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Aladdin Lounge Experience Aladdin Lounge Experience
Pantomime

Aladdin Lounge Experience

Available on various performances throughout the run.

Enjoy exclusive access to our Lounge and Bar before and during your visit to see Aladdin.

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Aladdin Set Tour & On Stage Talk Aladdin Set Tour & On Stage Talk

Aladdin Set Tour & On Stage Talk

Fri 8 Jan 2027

Join us on-stage for an exclusive tour of the magical set for Aladdin.

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Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse
Comedy

Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse

Fri 19 Feb 2027

A hilarious live show, connecting with spirits to answer the audience’s questions.

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