Nottingham Playhouse’s Amplify programme has announced two new associate artists, Cherelle Fulton and Andy Routledge.

Fulton is founder and director of Behind Closed Doors, a creative community for women, centred on black and brown women across art forms in Nottinghamshire and the Midlands. Over 18 months, Nottingham Playhouse will support Behind Closed Doors, working to develop and deepen their work while providing wider opportunities for artists in the region to develop skills and knowledge of making theatre.

click here

Often cited as the definitive horror film of the 1990s, The Silence of the Lambs proved a global phenomenon. I clearly remember being petrified, and admit to initial scepticism on whether Gina Gionfriddo’s adaptation of Thomas Harris’ novel could deliver the same level of fear, danger, and horror.

click here

A quick look at what will be gracing the boards in and around Nottingham this month.

Shows coming up include:
Macbeth
Mamma Mia
Bette and Joan
and Much Ado About Nothing ... but that is sold out!

Six more Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows have been recognised in the third and final round of Fringe First Awards, including work from the National Theatre of Scotland, actor Paul Ready and comedian Adam Riches

click here

A Derby Theatre major redevelopment project which includes a new, purpose-built studio has been granted planning permission.

At the beginning of 2023, it was announced the city council, Derby Theatre and the University of Derby, which owns the theatre, had secured £20 million from the government’s levelling-up funding towards redeveloping the Assembly Rooms site. The 1,200-seat Assembly Rooms suffered extensive damage in 2014 because of a fire in the plant room, which powered the electricity and lighting supply, on top of its car park. The venue has remained closed since then.

click here

From workshop classes in Haus of Ruby D’Woo, to hosting top-notch live burlesque and cabaret shows across the county, Ruby D’Woo is Nottingham's award-winning burlesque and cabaret artist. Ahead of the Cosy Cabaret coming up next month, she tells us what brought her to the burlesque stage, how she crafts performances, and why burlesque has become a journey of self-expression, confidence, and empowerment for so many…

click here

Often cited as the definitive horror film of the 1990s, The Silence of the Lambs proved a global phenomenon. I clearly remember being petrified, and admit to initial scepticism on whether Gina Gionfriddo’s adaptation of Thomas Harris’ novel could deliver the same level of fear, danger, and horror.

Clarice Starling (Mollie Gallagher), a young FBI agent, is charged with finding “Buffalo Bill” (Sam Jackson), who has been slaughtering, then flaying his young female victims. In an attempt at criminal profiling, Starling begins to visit the incarcerated (and infamous) serial killer Dr Hannibal Lecter (John Partridge). Will she be able to gain valuable new insights into Bill’s psyche, or will she fall foul of Lecter’s mind games?

click here

Derby Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre have cast their co-production of the Hitchcock-inspired hit The 39 Steps which will take to the two stages in autumn 2026.

Four performers will play more than 130 characters in what has been described as one of theatre’s most inventive stage adaptations.

click here

What drives adults to pour thousands of hours into tiny, meticulously crafted trains? It is a passion frequently misunderstood. William Ivory’s new play, receiving its world premiere at Nottingham Playhouse, gently derails that assumption to find something deeply human. Inspired by the real-life Market Deeping Model Railway Club, the play is less about trains than the people who build their lives around them, and what happens when those lives begin to come apart.

click here

The Black British Theatre Awards has cancelled its 2026 ceremony, in a move creatives have labelled ‘devastating’ for the industry

click here

Split Infinitive will stage What Are We Going To Do When This Is All Over? which “shows a darker side to memory loss, marriage and how far we’ll go to protect the ones we love”.

Helen Millington performs and directs, while Alexander Millington wrote the play and performs. The play features Helen and Alexander who have been creating theatre together for a number of years. But as Helen's memory begins to fail and they realise this is something worse than just brain fog, Alexander begins to discover things Helen has been hiding from him for years.

click here

The National Theatre has published findings from a new study into the relationship between filmed theatre and live attendance in the UK.

The research was carried out by Indigo and commissioned by National Theatre. It drew on interviews with industry figures, existing audience research and a survey of more than 5,500 respondents from National Theatre audiences, Indigo’s Audience Panel and partner theatre mailing lists.

click here

We provide a wide-ranging, mixed programme of amateur and professional performances including jazz, folk and popular music gigs, drama and dance and more traditional community-produced drama, and we are the official home to the ever-popular Bonington Players as well as the Nottingham Organ Society, Flying High Expressive Arts and Jazz Steps.

Cinema has made up an increasing amount of our programme over the last few years, with all the latest blockbusters, Oscar winners and art-house favourites being shown!

We have good physical access including a lift to the theatre floor.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - bus ... save the planet!

Totally organised and run by volunteers, the Centre, which is a registered charity, is Long Eaton’s premier live arts and entertainment facility. Located close to Nottingham and Derby, our aim is to facilitate the highest quality entertainment and promote the arts in all its forms.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - bus ... save the planet!

We are a small independent amateur theatre, located in the centre of Nottingham. The Theatre is owned and operated by The Lace Market Theatre Trust Ltd., which is a registered charity.

We are open Friday 19:30 until 22:00 and Saturday 12:30 until 14:00 and 19:00 until 22:30 on show nights (except bank holidays and throughout August).

The Theatre has a good reputation for its varied programme of modern and traditional drama, comedy and occasional musical, produced to a high standard by members of the trust.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - tram ... save the planet!

Welcome to Lakeside Arts! We’re the University of Nottingham’s public arts centre. Across three buildings we have a theatre, four galleries, a museum, and an award-winning recital hall.

All year round we are packed with a wonderful programme of music, kid’s theatre, comedy, dance, theatre, exhibitions, outdoor events, and workshops. You can find us surrounded by nature in Highfields Park by the lake (we’re Lake-side for a reason) and always overflowing with creative talent – creative by nature, if you will.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - tram ... save the planet!

A lot has changed since we first opened our doors to entertain the public in 1910 but one thing remains: We are at the heart of the community and a welcoming, safe space for everybody to visit.

Read on to find out about the building's history and to see if the question you've always wanted to know the answer to is covered in our frequently asked questions.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - bus ... save the planet!
Geting there on public transport - train... save the planet!

Welcome to the Nottingham New Theatre! We are the only entirely student-run theatre in England. Producing over thirty shows a year, they range from ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ to contemporaries plays, as well as a host of original student written pieces.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - tram ... save the planet!

Founded in 2001 as an educational charity, Nottingham Arts Theatre is the city's premiere Community Theatre which hosts a varied programme of productions from local schools, colleges, universities, drama societies, musical theatre groups, dance schools and professional touring companies and individual artistes.

Situated in NG1, the bustling heart of the city centre, in the midst of the Creative Quarter and upbeat Hockley, with its vibrant mix of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants, Nottingham Arts Theatre is the perfect venue for seeing a show and enjoying the city's night life.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - tram ... save the planet!

We create theatre that’s bold, thrilling and proudly made in Nottingham.

Awarded Theatre of the Year 2025 in The Stage awards, Nottingham Playhouse is one of the country’s leading producing theatres and creates a range of productions throughout the year, from timeless classics to innovative family shows and adventurous new commissions.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - tram ... save the planet!

On Monday 5th July 1920, this stunning venue opened its doors as a picture house built by local entrepreneur Emily Blagg, who, in a time when the suffragettes were fighting for female independence, had managed to carve out a successful career in property development. Having opened Newark's first cinema, the Kinema on Baldertongate, in 1913 as well as building The Park and Lime Grove, she made the decision to expand on her small empire and knocked down the Chauntry House to create her vision of the perfect art deco theatre.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - train ... save the planet!

Geting there on public transport - bus ... save the planet!

The Robin Hood Theatre is a small public theatre situated in the countryside close to Newark on Trent in Nottinghamshire. It was built in 1913 and became a public theatre in 1961. Seating 150, the theatre maintains the reputation of producing professional, high standard entertainment.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - train and bus ... save the planet!

We are a highly flexible, multi-use performance space in the heart of Nottingham city centre, for use by all performing arts, including dance, music and theatre. We are a unique venue with two distinct performance spaces – the main house is a 260 raked seated theatre, and our Weston Studio has retractable seating for 74.

We are used for drama, musicals, dance recitals, music and comedy performances, presentation and awards evenings and conferences. With full technical facilities, backstage amenities and bar & foyer area, the Squire Performing Arts Centre truly is an amazingly flexible theatre space.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - train and bus ... save the planet!

West Bridgford Dramatic Society is a club where people with an interest in drama meet, enjoy tremendous camaraderie and make friends for life - putting on really good plays along the way!

what's on

Geting there on public transport - train and bus ... save the planet!

Situated in the heart of Nottingham, the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall are two of the UK’s most vibrant and thriving touring venues, leading the way for arts and entertainment in the East Midlands region.

Across both our venues, we create and receive the highest quality performances chosen especially for you, including internationally renowned orchestras, contemporary dance, opera and touring drama alongside West End musicals, family shows, stand-up comedy, orchestral music and rock & pop gigs.

what's on

Geting there on public transport - train and bus ... save the planet!

Beeston Musical Theatre Group is an multi-award winning, NODA affiliated musical theatre group based right in the heart of Beeston, Nottingham. We perform two shows a year at the Duchess Theatre, Long Eaton.
website

We are a drama group which reads, rehearses and presents plays in Beeston, Nottingham, UK. Have a look around the site to find details of our present and past productions, who we are, where we meet, and if you like what you see, come along to one of the shows or even join us!
website

We are a small, friendly group that always welcomes new members. We do so much more than musicals! We generally aim to do a ‘serious’ show and a ‘family’ show each year and welcome all ages and levels of experience.
website

Blind Eye is a production company based in Nottingham focusing on real life issues facing us today.
facebook

We continue to offer our patrons three productions a season with a wide choice of theatre from serious drama to rip-roaring farce, from classic plays to modern pieces, and with occasional forays into musical theatre and pantomime.
website

The Burton Joyce Players is a drama group based in Burton Joyce, Nottingham.
facebook

Theatrical productions Musical theatre society in Nottingham
Instagram

Dukeries Theatre Group, formerly know as the Worksop Dramatic Society.
facebook

East Leake Amateur players are an Amateur Dramatics group located in the Village of East Leake in Rural Nottinghamshire
website

Award winning theatre company performing top-quality musicals and plays
website

The award-winning Gatepost Theatre Company was formed in 2004 by Kate and Jim Baker following their retirement from long-serving teaching positions at Heanor Gate School.
website

Hothouse Theatre is a fringe theatre company, putting on new plays, adaptations of classic prose, audio productions and “physical radio” pieces.

We have a youth project and run the Oh My Nottz website.
web page

We are a small independent amateur theatre, located in the centre of Nottingham. The Theatre is owned and operated by The Lace Market Theatre Trust Ltd., which is a registered charity.
website

Lowdham Pantomime Group has been in existence in the village for over 40 years. There are currently over 100 members, ranging in age from 10 to 70+ years. The group produce a pantomime for the village each year, the production taking place in the Village Hall in the February half term holidays.
facebook

For over 50 years Masque has been performing quality shows at the Mansfield Palace Theatre.
facebook

Markham Players is an amateur dramatics group made up of volunteers from East Markham and surrounding
facebook

Dedicated to crafting quality, inclusive, and accessible Shakespeare experiences for all, we proudly stand as the only theatre company in the East Midlands exclusively devoted to the works of Shakespeare.
website

Welcome to the vibrant world of Peakland Players, nestled in the picturesque town of Ashbourne! As a cornerstone of the local arts scene, the Peakland Players are a dynamic community theatre group dedicated to bringing the magic of live performance to our charming corner of Derbyshire.
website

Each year we perform three plays, usually one in February / March, one in May / June and the last in November. If you'd like to find out more, give me or any member of the committee a call or come along to watch a rehearsal. With the exception of the Summer break we usually meet twice a week, on Monday and Thursday evenings, in St. Mary's Hall, Main Road (next to the Church).
website

Gilbert & Sullivan Opera group for all ages and abilities!
facebook

Ravenshead Theatre Group was established in 1967 and is still a thriving part of Ravenshead Village life today. We meet every Wednesday evening at 8pm in the Brammer Room at the Ravenshead Village Hall and welcome new members at any time. We encourage our members to take part in all aspects of theatre life, including acting, stage management, operating lighting and sound, costume and properties management, prompting and directing.
website

The Robin Hood Theatre is a small public theatre situated in the countryside close to Newark on Trent in Nottinghamshire. It was built in 1913 and became a public theatre in 1961. Seating 150, the theatre maintains the reputation of producing professional, high standard entertainment.
website

WBDS is an amateur drama group with our own theatre located in West Bridgford, near Nottingham. We’re part of the local community and pride ourselves on being innovative and entertaining.
website

West Bridgford Operatic Society, based in Nottingham, England, was formed in 1945. The society’s first show was The Gondoliers in 1946. After 52 years of performing Gilbert and Sullivan operettas, and having covered each of the thirteen G&S productions at least once if not several times, the society ventured into other operas and musicals starting with Orpheus in the Underworld. Since then the society has performed a mix of G&S and musical theatre productions in order to provide a more varied experience for our performers and our audiences.
website