Theatre Spotlight
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Strictly’s Ore Oduba and Joanne Clifton reunite ten years on
The pair are back together for a showcase of song and dance in August, ten years after lifting the glitterball trophy on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing.
Paranormal Activity haunting UK theatres
Hit West End production, Paranormal Activity takes psychological tension to venues in the UK and Ireland from September, coinciding with a West End run.
The Full Monty returns 30 years after film release
The Full Monty will celebrate 30 years since the release of the original film with a UK tour opening in January and visiting 24 venues.
A spectacular new season arrives at Chichester Festival Theatre
The theatre has announced an unmissable new season for 2026, packed with spectacular large‑scale productions that are perfect for group trips in the heart of Sussex.
To Kill a Mockingbird transferring to West End
Richard Coyle stars in the summer season of the stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s hit novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence.
7 must-see musicals and plays touring the UK
Theatres across the country will welcome audiences to see a range of exciting touring plays and musicals including Back to the Future The Musical and The Mousetrap.
Catherine Tate starring in West End production of Oh, Mary!
Known for her work on stage and screen, Catherine Tate will play Mary Todd Lincoln as the show extends in the West End.
Read moreOperation Mincemeat announces biggest ever extension and UK tour
The West End production has announced its 18th extension, running until February 2027, coinciding with the start of a 40-week UK tour.
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Billy Elliot musical is returning to the stage
The award-winning musical based on the hit film returns for a UK tour from November, followed by a limited West End season at the Adelphi Theatre.
Watch farcical retelling of ancient Greek legends
Oh Zeus! is the latest three-man theatre production created by Le Navet Bete, a comedy theatre production company that retells classic stories.
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie set for anniversary return in 2027
The production returns for a tenth anniversary tour in 2027, following a three-year West End residency and two sold-out UK & Ireland tours.
Miss Saigon returns to the West End in 2027
The production will open at the Prince Edward Theatre in May 2027, where it will play an eight-month season, ten years after first performing at the venue.
Burlesque returning for London run and UK tour
The production of Burlesque the Musical will play at the new venue, The Arts at Marble Arch, whilst the touring show will visit 26 venues across the UK.
Beetlejuice musical haunts Prince Edward Theatre until April 2027
Don’t miss out – it’ll haunt you! Fantastic group rates for the West End run of Beetlejuice will make you a saving that’s out of this Netherworld.
Shakespeare classics reimagined for Globe summer season
The Globe Theatre’s summer season will open on 23rd April with a new production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Burlesque returning for London run and UK tour
Beetlejuice musical haunts Prince Edward Theatre until April 2027
Shakespeare classics reimagined for Globe summer season
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child to become a one-part production
After ten years in the West End as a two-part production, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will be presented as a single performance from 6th October at the Palace Theatre.
30 years of Matthew Bourne's Cinderella ballet
The interpretation of the classic fairytale will begin performances in November, before a 2027 tour marking 30 years since performances began.
Les Dennis to star in Waitress UK tour as Old Joe
Les Dennis, Sandra Mavin and Evelyn Hoskins will join Carrie Hope Fletcher in the UK and Ireland tour of Waitress opening in March.
Start spreading the news! Frank Sinatra musical hitting West End
Sinatra The Musical will begin performances in June, charting the life and career of the legendary artist and cultural icon.
Musical set during miners strike to play the National Theatre
Based on the award-winning film, Pride tells the story of a group of friends that formed Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM) in 1984.
Faulty Towers Dining Experience expands group packages for 2026
The longest-running stage adaptation of Fawlty Towers in London’s West End is now offering a range of packages for groups including the chance to book private performances.
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