Theatre Spotlight

From hit West End musicals in London to some of the best touring productions across the country, we’re here to help you find the best ideas and to see what’s new. 

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Singin' In The Rain

Making a splash… Singin’ In The Rain tour set to dazzle audiences

The hit show returns for a major new UK and Ireland tour, opening at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley from 28th January, and including a summer season at Sadler’s Wells. 

Poster artwork for RENT The Musical

30 years of RENT: the groundbreaking musical returns to the West End

Celebrating three decades since its debut on Broadway, Jonathan Larson’s hit musical returns to London in October led by Stranger Things star Gaten Matarazzo.

My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro extends West End run until 2027

The award-winning stage adaptation of Studio Ghibli’s beloved animation has extended at Gillian Lynne Theatre, with group tickets available. 

A cast poster with Charlie Brooks and Joe McFadden

Holby City favourite to star in tour of The Curious Incident

EastEnders’ Charlie Brooks will perform alongside Holby City’s Joe McFadden in a new UK tour of the hit play, opening in Birmingham in September with dates into 2027.

The cast of Starlight Express

All aboard! World tour announced for Starlight Express

The world tour of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, Starlight Express, will start in the UK, opening in Leicester in May 2027.

Harry Judd in High School Musical

McFly’s Harry Judd to star in Disney’s High School Musical

McFly’s Harry Judd will star in the London transfer of Disney’s High School Musical which opens at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre in October. 

Pretty Woman: The Musical returns for UK tour

The musical production based on the classic Hollywood rom-com is set to perform around the UK again in 2027 after a record-breaking run in the West End. 

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Choose life, choose the stage: Trainspotting musical hits the West End

Three decades after the cult film, Trainspotting The Musical will premiere at Theatre Royal Haymarket in July before touring the UK. 

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Alan Cumming sat in red theatre seat smiling at camera

Pitlochry Festival Theatre unveils full 2026 season

Actor Alan Cumming joins as artistic director as the Scottish theatre celebrates its 75th anniversary with a season of world premieres and much-loved revivals.

The Comedy About Spies

The Comedy About Spies returns to the West End

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MISCHIEF’s award-winning The Comedy About Spies will return to London’s Adelphi Theatre for an eight-week season this summer.

John Patridge has been cast as Hannibal Lector in the stage adaptation of The Silence of The Lambs.

Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now… Silence of the Lambs casting

EastEnders star and theatre veteran cast as the notorious character for the world stage premiere of The Silence of the Lambs which opens in August, touring various UK theatres.

Man poses with arms out in front of blue brick wall

Derren Brown brings sold-out show to the West End

Following his current UK tour, the renowned illusionist will begin a three-month residency at the Apollo Theatre in October with his mysterious new show, Only Human.

Agatha Christie's The Hollow

Bold new twist on Agatha Christie’s The Hollow for the stage

A new production of the author’s thriller The Hollow, featuring Hercule Poirot, will perform at theatres including Richmond, Birmingham and Milton Keynes.

AVENUE Q 2026 London Company

London Theatre Review: Avenue Q

20 years on from its first opening in the West End, we’re back on Avenue Q as the musical is back in London and it’s lost none of its naughtiness and heart. Here’s our view…

Mean Girls the musical

Regional Theatre Review: Mean Girls

High energy, high drama and stand-out performances combine for a ‘fetch’ take on a teen comedy in the musical Mean Girls, which is touring the UK until 2027. 

Paddington the Musical

Paddington The Musical wins seven Olivier Awards

Paddington The Musical dominated the 2026 Olivier Awards, winning seven accolades including Best New Musical, Best Director and Best Supporting Actor/Actress in a Musical at the ceremony held at the Royal Albert Hall.

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre

Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre unveils 2026 season

The season features the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes, a new production of CATS, and the return of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Jenna Russell, Sinatra The Musical

Latest cast news for Frank Sinatra musical

Olivier Award winner Jenna Russell is the latest cast member to be revealed for Sinatra The Musical, which opens in the West End in June. 

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