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Producer Brian Fenty is delighted to announce the principal cast of the 75th Anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest-running play, The Mousetrap. The tour will begin in Birmingham on 3 September 2026, running through […]

Saturday 8 August, Theatre Royal Brighton will open the doors of its iconic building to the public for a free Open Morning. Visitors will be invited to enter the 219-year-old Grade II* listed theatre via its historic Stage Door, giving

Following a jam-packed Spring season filled with dazzling musicals, critically acclaimed plays and two world premiere productions, Theatre Royal Brighton this week launches its new What’s On Guide for Summer. Theatre Director Sophie Denney said: “What an exciting season we

Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep today announce full casting for their new production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the multi-million-selling, internationally acclaimed novel. This century’s most popular murder, the company of The Curious

The Brown Suite, a new high-energy funk-fuelled show by dancing duo BlacBrik announces its upcoming tour to 12 venues across UK cities. It kicks off with the London premiere in Richmond Theatre on Wednesday 30 September, and concludes at York

The stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by Olivier and BAFTA Award-winning writer Stef Smith, has announced its full cast ahead of its world premiere. Martin Constantine directs Jasper Britton (Dr. Montague), Jemma Churchill (Mrs

Producer, Brian Fenty, is delighted to announce that Nicholas Bailey and Susan Penhaligon will star as Major Metcalf and Mrs Boyle respectively in the 75th anniversary UK tour of Agatha Christie’s iconic thriller and the world’s longest-running play, The Mousetrap.

Two-time Olivier Award nominee Peter Polycarpou will play Agatha Christie’s legendary Belgian detective Hercule Poirot in the UK & Ireland tour of The Hollow. Peter Polycarpou’s recent stage credits include Les Misérables: The Arena Concert Spectacular, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of

Producers Mark Goucher, Matthew Gale and Laurence Myers are delighted to announce the return of Brenda Edwards (Loose Women, ITV; Paddington The Musical, Savoy) and Paul Kerryson’s production of Hairspray, which will embark on its second major national UK and

The lead cast and full creative team of the first UK tour of Burlesque the Musical has been announced – led by Faye Brookes as Tess Richarde, the Burlesque club owner played by the legendary Cher in the iconic Golden

ROYO have announced that beloved dancer, Strictly Come Dancing host and star of the West End smash-hit musical Kinky Boots, JOHANNES RADEBE will tour the UK from 1 April – 13 June 2027 with a gala performance at the London

David Ian for Crossroads Live in association with Barry and Fran Weissler announced today the 2027 UK and Ireland tour of the multi-award-winning musical CHICAGO. The tour will open at New Wimbledon Theatre on 5 February 2027. Initial tour schedule

Producers of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical Hadestown, currently enjoying its third successful year in London’s West End, are pleased to announce the inaugural UK & Ireland tour, commencing in February 2027. The highly anticipated tour of Hadestown

One of the most celebrated tribute productions in the world comes to Theatre Royal Brighton for one night only on Tuesday 30 June 2026, when The Simon & Garfunkel Story brings the timeless music of one of pop’s greatest ever

One of the most joyous and flamboyant musicals ever to grace the stage comes to Theatre Royal Brighton from Tuesday 16 to Saturday 20 June 2026, when Priscilla Queen of the Desert — the Broadway and West End sensation —

A perfect introduction to Theatre Royal Brighton for little ones. Themed games, mini makes, a story around the theatre and lots of joining in for 2 – 4 year olds and their adults. Each session has a different theme; grab

Casting for the major UK and Ireland tour of the smash-hit, Paranormal Activity – coming to Theatre Royal Brighton in November 2026 – has today been announced. The spine-chilling theatrical experience will star James Bye (2:22, UK Tour, BBC 1’s

Disney Concerts and Cuffe & Taylor have announced that DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour for the first time from March 2027, with 5 performances over the Easter break at London’s Royal

Just over 50 years after it first galloped onto cinema screens, Monty Python and the Holy Grail remains one of the most beloved and quotable comedy films ever made. Now, audiences have the chance to relive the magic and celebrate

Jonathan Church Theatre Productions has announced that the Chichester Festival Theatre, Stage Entertainment and Sheffield Theatres smash-hit production of SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour. The tour opens at the Churchill Theatre, Bromley

Following a record-breaking West End run and a sell-out first UK tour in 2023, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL is returning to stages across the UK and Ireland from March 2027. Audiences are invited to head back to Beverly Hills and

Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, and following its world premiere in London’s West End, Trainspotting The Musical will embark on a major UK tour opening at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 19 October. Written by Irvine Welsh

Theatre Highlights in the Theatre Royal Brighton’s current season are The Spy Who Came In From The Cold, starring Ralf Little (2 to 6 June 2026) and Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical (16 to 20 June 2026). The

After three award-winning seasons at the Melbourne, Adelaide and Edinburgh Fringe, NIUSIA arrives in London and Brighton for a highly anticipated run. NIUSIA is a powerhouse, one-woman show that weaves together memory, humour and intergenerational storytelling in a deeply tender

China Plate and Fuel have today unveiled Touring Together, a major new nationwide touring initiative launched in collaboration with a network of leading UK venues: Brighton Dome, Leeds Playhouse, Oxford Playhouse, Royal & Derngate, Northampton, and Warwick Arts Centre, Coventry.

Theatre Royal Brighton and Brighton and Hove Women’s History Group are delighted to announce that a successful bid has been made to erect a blue plaque honouring Ellen Nye Chart on the theatre frontage — a tribute that arrives in

The Brighton Book Festival returns for its fifth anniversary this June, launching its 2026 programme with a landmark opening event. Director Carolynn Bain said, “We are pinching ourselves to believe this is really happening. Zadie is an absolute giant in

A new stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s bestselling novel The Haunting of Hill House will make its world premiere with a UK tour this autumn. Following the critically acclaimed Netflix hit series that introduced a new generation to Jackson’s eerie

The Olivier Awards 2026 with Cunard will shine a spotlight on the impact of theatre across the UK with the launch of Love Your Local Theatre, celebrating the vital role local theatres play as incubators of talent, championing creativity, connection

Planning some family entertainment for February half term 2026? Brighton & Hove schools break up on Friday 13th February, with half term running Monday 16th – Friday 20th February 2026. Here’s everything happening across Brighton’s theatres, venues and attractions during

Tamzin Outhwaite stars as one of the most iconic characters in British theatre – the unforgettable Beverly – in Mike Leigh’s ferocious black comedy of suburban life in the 1970s, which launches a UK tour from June 2026. Much-loved from

The critically acclaimed production of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came In From The Cold will embark on a major UK tour beginning at Curve Leicester on the 12 March 2026 and continuing through to August 2026. Ralf Little

Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live are delighted to announce further casting for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, with stage and screen stars Les Dennis as Joe

Red: A Musical Revue of Redheads celebrates redheaded musical theatre stars of stage and screen. A journey from Old Hollywood via the West End to Broadway, with iconic show-stopping numbers that have shaped musical theatre herstory. Directed by Nikki Woollaston.

February brings a spectacular mix of award-winning musicals, comedy, dance, music and drama to Brighton’s vibrant theatre scene. From the legendary Blood Brothers at Theatre Royal to world-class dance at Brighton Dome, comedy at Komedia, and arena shows at Brighton

🩰 Varna International Ballet in Brighton 🩰 Theatre Royal Brighton | 29-31 January 2026 Three Classical Ballet Masterpieces in One Weekend Varna International Ballet brings three of the world’s most beloved classical ballets to Brighton’s Theatre Royal for one spectacular

🎭 Ellen Kent Farewell Tour Brighton 🎭 Carmen & Madama Butterfly at Theatre Royal Brighton 27-28 January 2026 Opera legend Ellen Kent brings her historic farewell tour to Brighton this January, performing Carmen and Madama Butterfly at Theatre Royal Brighton

🎪 BARNUM at Theatre Royal Brighton 🎪 📅 3-7 March 2026 West End star Lee Mead • Death-defying tightrope walk • Spectacular circus acts • Unforgettable songs Book Tickets Now → Theatre Royal Brighton welcomes one of 2026’s most anticipated

A trailer has been released for Guy Unsworth’s stage adaptation of Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift. The production, which received its world premiere in October 2025, begins its 2026 tour next week, with dates until 13 June 2026.

Musical theatre and Tik Tok star Hannah Lowther (SIX, West End; Heathers: The Musical, The Other Palace) will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the brand-new production of West End and Broadway smash-hit LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL – arriving

Thomas Hopkins Productions and SAMS Entertainment are delighted to announce that national treasure Dame Maureen Lipman DBE will tour the UK for the first time in 20 years, opening at Theatre Royal Brighton in the week she celebrates her 80th

Bill Kenwright Ltd is delighted to announce that it will present Barnum, the classic Broadway musical by Cy Coleman (music), Michael Stewart (lyrics) and Mark Bramble (book) that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum. Originally produced

The full cast has been confirmed for the brand-new stage production of SINGLE WHITE FEMALE which begins rehearsals this week ahead its world premiere at Theatre Royal Brighton next January, and subsequent UK tour. Joining previously announced leads Kym Marsh

Varna International Ballet and Orchestra returns to the UK in 2026, with its most extensive tour to date. Presented by RG Live, Varna International Ballet brings beloved classics Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and, new for 2026, Cinderella, to 23 venues

Casting is today announced for the major new musical of The Ballad of Johnny & June. Christopher Ryan Grant (The Iceman Cometh, Million Dollar Quartet) brings his acclaimed performance, direct from sell out seasons at La Jolla Playhouse, California and

The terrifying world of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS is set to grip British theatre audiences as the thriller receives its first-ever stage adaptation, launching a nationwide tour in August 2026. Based on Thomas Harris’s gripping novel, this new theatrical

Actor, TV presenter and chef Lisa Faulkner is to star in the world premiere stage production of Single White Female – based on the iconic 90s psychological thriller – set to embark on a major UK and Ireland theatre tour

Throughout December at Brighton Dome there is music for everyone, bringing festive cheer in all varieties. In London’s sell-out show Musicals Mayhem (18-24 December), cabaret, opera and drag star Le Gateau Chocolat hosts an evening of high kicks, high drag

Brighton Festival has announced that the theme for the Children’s Parade next May will be Read all about it! Inspired by 2026 as the National Year of Reading, the theme will explore six genres of Children’s books: Realistic Fiction, Historical

Kevin Clifton, Nick Hayes and Peter Duncan amongst the full cast announced today who join the previously announced Adèle Anderson (Fascinating Aïda) for Priscilla Queen of the Desert UK and Ireland tour which opens at the Palace Theatre, Manchester on

Brighton and Hove’s much loved, independent and premiere grassroots venue is delighted to announce their brand-new in-house production – The Gift. Running for three weeks from December 3-21 – this immersive, anarchic and joyful part gig, part theatre, part dining

The critically acclaimed production of John le Carré’s The Spy Who Came In From The Cold will embark on a major UK tour beginning at Leicester Curve on 12th March 2026 and continuing through to August 2026. The Ink Factory

‘Mean Girls Day’, Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions are delighted to announce initial casting and full tour dates for the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL. Emily Lane will star as

The producers of THE CHOIR OF MAN, the Olivier award-nominated international smash hit musical that thrills audiences night after night in London’s West End, are delighted to announce the show’s inaugural UK Tour for 2026. Embarking on a major 38-week

The producers of HERE & NOW, are delighted to announce that West End actress Lara Denning will take over the role of Caz from 11 November 2025.

Producers ROYO and Curve are delighted to announce Amber Davies* as Elle Woods in the brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway smash-hit musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The musical will tour the UK and

As the fearless and fabulous QUEENZ prepare to spread an abundance of gender bender splendour across the UK in their biggest tour to date, a stellar the line -up is announced for the drag-meets-musical-theatre supergroup as the tour sees the

Producers Barry & Fran Weissler and David Ian for Crossroads Live are delighted to announce that the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS will return to tour the UK and Ireland, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28

Michael Harrison and David Ian are delighted to announce that their smash hit production of the musical ANNIE will embark on a UK and Ireland tour, opening at New Wimbledon Theatre on Saturday 23 May 2026. Tour schedule and on-sale

Sonia Friedman Productions and ATG Productions are delighted to announce the full company for the 2025/2026 UK tour of the multi Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON opening at the Manchester Palace Theatre on 11 October 2025. As previously announced,

Roll up, roll up for the greatest show on earth! Earlier this year, Bill Kenwright Ltd announced that it is presenting a major UK tour of the hit Broadway and West End musical Barnum, starring Lee Mead (Joseph and the

Producers Michael Harrison and David Ian are delighted to announce the full company for the UK and Europe tour of the award-winning smash hit musical THE BODYGUARD. The production opens at Birmingham’s Alexandra Theatre on Saturday 20 September 2025. Joining

International bestselling crime author Peter James, a long-time Brighton resident, has pledged his support to YMCA Brighton’s Raising the Roof comedy fundraiser, taking place on Sunday 28th September at the city’s iconic Komedia Comedy Club. Peter James, whose award-winning Roy

PHILLIP ATTMORE plays JERRY TRAVERS, AMARA OKEREKE joins the tour as DALE TREMONT SALLY ANN TRIPLETT continues as MADGE HARDWICK with JAMES HUME as HORACE HARDWICK The Chichester Festival Theatre Production of Irving Berlin’s Top Hat today announces the cast

Thought-provoking talks and debates light up Brighton Dome this Autumn Miriam Margolyes and Grayson Perry take to the Concert Hall with candid reflections on life and morality Exclusive one-off events featuring music legends Manic Street Preachers and Booker prize-winning author

Brighton Dome launches packed autumn/winter season of music, theatre, dance, circus, comedy, cabaret, crafting, club nights and more across 3 historic venues From JADE to Manic Street Preachers, Grayson Perry to Miriam Margolyes, Arundhati Roy to Eddie Izzard performs Shakespeare’s

The producers are delighted to announce the full cast for the first ever UK tour of THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY, opening at the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, on 4 September. There will be an official opening night on 10 September. Joining

As the country continues to celebrate the Lionesses’ Euros victory, the National Theatre today reveals further casting for its highly anticipated national tour of Dear England.   As previously announced, heading the cast in ‘the decade’s biggest theatrical triumph’ (★★★★

The producers of the brand-new musical HERE & NOW, presented by UK pop sensation Steps, are delighted to announce the full cast for the UK & Ireland tour, which opens at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre on 29 August and will continue

As the live stage show Bluey’s Big Play returns to the UK and Ireland, featuring Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad, a talented company of actors and puppeteers has been announced for the Olivier Award-nominated production. The tour will run from

Bill Kenwright’s award-winning production of the international smash hit musical, Blood Brothers, will continue to captivate audiences old and new later this year when the 2025 Autumn tour opens at Milton Keynes Theatre on 27 August 2025. Vivienne Carlyle leads the

Full casting is announced today for the first ever UK & Ireland tour of Aaron Sorkin’s riveting stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence that became a Broadway

Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group are delighted to announce that international recording artist and actress Lyn Paul will join the UK and Ireland tour of the multi-award-winning musical MARY POPPINS, as Bird Woman from Tuesday 18 November 2025. www.marypoppins.co.uk

Bill Kenwright Ltd is delighted to announce that it will present a major UK tour of Barnum, the classic Broadway musical that celebrates the life of the world’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum. Barnum opens at Theatre Royal Windsor on Tuesday

It has been announced today that Adèle Anderson, best known as one-third of the internationally acclaimed satirical cabaret trio Fascinating Aïda, will play the role of Bernadette in the UK and Ireland tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. With