Theatre & Performing Arts Events Across the UK
14,362 upcoming theatre & performing arts events in 24 towns and cities
As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 14,362 upcoming theatre & performing arts events across the UK, spanning 24 towns and cities, including free options. Listings are updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and each event includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Psychic Detective Night - Murder Mystery - Wollaton Vale
📍 Vale Community Centre
£10.00
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Travesties
📍 Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
£5 - £17
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Art Journaling September
📍 Kevin Hayward Art | The Hayward Studio
£16.96
FREEMultidisciplinary Anaesthesia, ENT & Theatre Staff Simulation
📍 Immersive Centre (IMCEN), Heritage Building, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham
Globe Theatre Tours 2026
📍 Shakespeare's Globe
From £10.00
FREEInteractive Immersive Experience - From Darkness Comes Light
📍 Immersive Visualisation and Simulation Lab - Norwich University of the Arts
FREESummer Show and Alastair Elkes-Jones Retrospective
📍 The Albany Gallery
Analogue Synth Building Workshop - Orams and Synthesize_Her
📍 Accidental Theatre
£6.13
Japanese Flower Arranging Class: Explore the beauty of Ikebana Art
📍 62 Hope St
£24.50 - £68.00
The Gruffalo
📍 Lyric Theatre
From £12.00
FREEMelody Maker Crafts: Avenues Library
📍 Avenues Library
FREECome and Play Session! Musical Sounds at St George’s School Nursery.
📍 St George's School
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Theatre Tours 2026
📍 Bristol Old Vic
The Tiger Who Came To Tea
📍 Theatre Royal Haymarket
From £12.00
Public Tour: Panorama Europa
📍 T12 V1WH
£6.34
This Is My Brighton: Quiet & Sensory-Friendly Viewing
📍 The Vault - Brighton Contemporary Art
£2.50 - £5.00
Dinosaur World Live
📍 Troubadour Theatre - Wembley
From £10.00
A Play, A Pie and A Pint: Ready Tae Drap
📍 Oran Mor
Stranger Things: The First Shadow
📍 Phoenix Theatre
From £35.12
Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tour
📍 Theatre Royal Drury Lane
From £28.00
Shakespeare's Globe - Much Ado About Nothing
📍 Globe Theatre, Shakespeare's Globe
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts 1 & 2 Fri 14:00 & 19:00
📍 Palace Theatre
Beetlejuice
📍 Prince Edward Theatre Old Compton St London
From £30.00
The Book Of Mormon
📍 Prince Of Wales Theatre
From £24.00
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many theatre & performing arts events are on in the UK?
There are currently 14360+ upcoming theatre & performing arts events listed across 24 UK towns and cities on EventsList.co.uk. New events are added daily — browse by city or date to find what's near you.
Where are the most theatre & performing arts events happening?
The most active places for theatre & performing arts events right now are London, Glasgow, Birmingham, Liverpool, Edinburgh. Pick your city below to see local listings.
Are there free theatre & performing arts events?
Yes — several of the current theatre & performing arts listings are free to attend. Open any city page and use the free events filter to see them.
How do I book tickets for theatre & performing arts events?
Every listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event for full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
Theatre & Performing Arts Events in the UK — Your Complete Guide
the UK has a thriving theatre scene that punches well above its weight, with a rich programme spanning West End-quality productions, experimental fringe shows, world-class ballet, opera, and innovative contemporary dance.
The city's theatres range from grand Victorian playhouses and converted industrial spaces to intimate studio theatres tucked above pubs and in community arts centres. Whether you're looking for a Broadway blockbuster, a local premiere, a touring Shakespeare production, or a cutting-edge new writing festival, the UK's stages deliver it all.
Performing arts in the UK benefit from a strong creative ecology — drama schools, independent companies, and established repertory theatres all contribute to a year-round programme. Many venues offer heavily discounted tickets for students, under-25s, and last-minute buyers, making theatre accessible to everyone.
Before you go: most theatres in the UK have bars and pre-show dining options, so arriving 30–45 minutes early is worthwhile. Check each venue's seating plan in advance, as sight lines and acoustics vary significantly. Many productions run for limited runs, so booking ahead is strongly advised for the most sought-after shows.