Theatre listings
The Vaudevillains
Written by Oliver Lansley, directed by Jo Beadle, and presented by Boxxed Productions, the production brings a bold mix of dark comedy, music, and gothic storytelling to the city — and early interest suggests tickets could soon be in short supply.
Barnum
Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights.
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold
For the first time ever, a novel by John le Carré — the undisputed master of the modern spy genre whose works include Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Night Manager — is brought to life in a thrilling stage adaptation.
At the Rainbow's End
At the Rainbow’s End, by Clare Summerskill, Coming is a new verbatim play addressing homophobic and transphobic abuse of older LGBTQ+ people in care and receiving care in later life.
1984
“War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength.”
The Crawl
In this explosive physical comedy, two swimmers go head-to head in the race of a lifetime – on a stage with no water.
Bluey's Big Play
Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are returning to Sheffield in the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey’s Big Play.
A Night at the Musicals
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable evening of pure musical theatre magic as A Night at the Musicals returns for 2026!
Feldman & Beckett: Words & Music
This evening of music, theatre and a dramatic meeting of the two includes Beckett’s monologue of memory and loss Rockaby and the pair’s most extraordinary collaboration Words & Music, in which a small group of musicians playing a distinctively taut Feldman score becomes a character in the drama.
Beethoven Septet
The hopeful, energetic and lyrical ‘Spring’ Sonata is one of the most famous of all Beethoven’s works for violin, paired here with an intense and stormy early quartet.
La Voix Humaine
Claire Booth is joined by GRAMMY-winning pianist Christopher Glynn to present an immersive staging of Poulenc’s searing operatic melodrama. Take a seat at the heart of the action to absorb this most intimate operatic setting of Jean Cocteau’s ground-breaking play, eavesdropping on a life in the balance.
REDACTED: The Cover-Up of a Cover-Up of a Cover-Up
Fargo meets The Office meets James Bond in this high-octane, darkly comic thriller about justice, power, and just how deep the truth can be buried.
Noughts and Crosses
This gripping Romeo and Juliet story by acclaimed writer Malorie Blackman is a captivating drama of love, revolution and what it means to grow up in a divided world.
Bird Tunes: Miranda Rutter, Sam Sweeney & Rob Harbron
Three of the finest folk musicians working today perform a new suite of tunes, crafted from fragments of birdsong recorded on woodland walks by the brilliant fiddle player and composer Miranda Rutter.
Peter & the Wolf & other stories
Timeless tales of far-off adventure and daring triumphs have long inspired composers to bring stories to life through music.
Relaxed Concert: Peter & the Wolf
For this ‘Relaxed’ concert of storytelling music featuring Prokofiev’s beloved musical folk story, doors will be left open, lights raised, a break-out space provided, and there will be less emphasis on the audience being quiet during the performance.
The Art of Storytelling
Launching a day of music inspired by myths, legends and fairytales, author and storyteller, Nicholas Jubber (The Fairy Tellers, 2022 and Monsterland, 2025), explores the enduring appeal of enchanting folk tales, often laced with a monstrous darkness.
Beethoven & Friends
Three of the finest folk musicians working today perform a new suite of tunes, crafted from fragments of birdsong recorded on woodland walks by the brilliant fiddle player and composer Miranda Rutter.
Kafka Fragments
Comprising 40 short excerpts from Kafka’s writings, diaries, and letters – often heartfelt and confessional – Kurtág’s Kafka Fragments is a work of sparse, lyrical beauty. Scored for violin and soprano, this wide-ranging work encapsulates the scale of the human experience.
The Haunted Moustache
The 84% true story of an epic quest to unlock the mystery of an occult heirloom.
Sapphire Project Show - Rising Stars
Experience an inspiring showcase of musical theatre, performed and sung by a talented cast of rising stars - an amateur ensemble of adults with learning disabilities whose passion and dedication shine on stage.
Songs without Words: Mendelssohn, Brahms & Rachmaninov
Mendelssohn’s exquisite ‘Songs Without Words’ – richly lyrical and profoundly heartfelt miniatures – are performed alongside glittering masterpieces of the Romantic era that showcase the vocal influence on instrumental music.
This Sceptered Isle: British Song
A celebration of British song from one of its finest exponents. Praised for her “radiant, rapturous, wonderfully nuanced performances” (The Scotsman), Claire Booth performs a selection of her best-loved music, from Britten’s stirring reimagining of Purcell songs to Colin Matthews’ evocative seascape.
An Adequate Abridgement of Boarding School Life as a Homo
This isn’t a coming out story, or a gay tragedy. It is life through the lens of a young queer man, stuck in an institution rife with hyper masculinity and shame.
Justin Live - Justin Time To Rock
Famous for his BAFTA Award-winning appearances in hit programmes including Something Special, Justin’s House, Gigglebiz and Gigglequiz, Justin and his friends are back, starring in a brand-new rocktastic theatre show.
Chuckl. Comedy Club with Paul Zerdin, Lost Voice Guy & Andrew Maxwell
Chuckl., the UK’s premier comedy club, is coming to town with another unforgettable night of stand-up. Their shows are carefully curated to bring you a mix of established stars and the most exciting new voices, creating the perfect blend of sharp punchlines, clever stories, and laugh-out-loud moments from start to finish.
2:22 A Ghost Story
Following seven West End seasons, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and thirty productions across the globe, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now comes/returns to Sheffield.
The Choir of Man
An uplifting celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome, over-flowing with feel-good, foot-stomping entertainment.
Summer Holiday The Musical
Aboard a double decker bus, Don and his friends are on a fun-packed trip to Paris, The Alps, Italy and Greece, in search of a good time and a brilliant summer. On the way they encounter pop bands, runaway pops stars and of course holiday romance.
Ruby Wax: Absolutely Famous
It's almost easier to say whom Ruby Wax didn't meet, interview and coax fascinating insights from in her huge TV shows Ruby Wax Meets and Full Wax. Donald Trump, OJ Simpson, Pamala Anderson, Madonna and many more.
Peppa Pig's Big Family Show
Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones and is the perfect introduction to theatre.
Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical
Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is back with a dazzling, brand new 30th anniversary tour! This joyous Broadway and West End hit musical takes you on a hilarious, heart-warming ride as three friends hit the road across the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime.
British Scandal
In a country obsessed with gossip, the great and the good fear one thing more than any other - scandal. British scandals change the course of history.
Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball
Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball lift the lid on the messy, everyday reality of trying to live well. Long-time friends and beloved broadcasters, they swap the studio for the stage to catch up on everything going on in their lives — from homes and gardens to family life, health, ageing and music.
Nick Cope Family Show
Come and join CBeebies star, Nick Cope as he returns to Crossed Wires for a brand new family show featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more
Uncanny: Cold Cases
Join Danny Robins, Evelyn Hollow, and Dr Ciarán O’Keeffe for a spine-tingling live recording of the new BBC series Uncanny Cold Cases. Expect a night of gripping storytelling, intriguing mystery and expert debate as the team unearth another notorious, historical haunting.
The Karate Kid - The Musical
Don’t miss the unforgettable theatrical experience of the season as this heartfelt coming-of-age story takes flight with spectacular musical numbers and dazzlingly inventive choreography. Daniel LaRusso’s journey is reimagined through movement, music, and raw, energetic storytelling.
Derren Brown: Only Human
Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns to the Lyceum with his brand new live show, Only Human.
Matthew Bourne's The Car Man
Fasten your seat belts. Matthew Bourne’s award-winning The Car Man is back! Loosely based on Bizet’s ever-popular opera, The Car Man has one of the most thrilling and instantly recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire.
King Lear
In an attempt to spend the remaining years of his life unburdened by the pressures of monarchy, King Lear decides to pass his lands and responsibilities to his three daughters.
SIX The Musical
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Sheffield following its previous sell out success!
Mamma Mia!
Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA.
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the afterlife?
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
From the horrible Henrys to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope.
Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn
The award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t. Who knows?!
English Touring Opera: Ariadne / Dido & Aeneas
The English Touring Opera perform Ariadne / Dido & Aeneas.
English Touring Opera: Orpheus and Eurydice
Gluck’s most popular work, Orpheus and Eurydice marked a change of pace for opera, celebrating the myth of Orpheus through the power of the voice and profound theatricality.
Twelfth Night
In an attempt to spend the remaining years of his life unburdened by the pressures of monarchy, King Lear decides to pass his lands and responsibilities to his three daughters.
Waitress
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated.
Charlie Chaplin: The Gold Rush Classic Silent Film with Live Music
Charlie Chaplin’s most ambitious and successful silent comedy is presented in a gorgeous restoration with Chaplin’s own Academy Award-nominated score performed live by Ensemble 360 and friends, conducted by George Morton.
Heathers the Musical
Following smash hit runs in London and New York, the WhatsOnStage Best New Musical winner, Heathers the Musical returns to Sheffield!
Burlesque The Musical
Life’s not fair. It’s fabulous. After taking the West End by storm, where it became summer 2025’s biggest hit, selling out night after night, Burlesque the Musical is coming to Sheffield!
The Mousetrap
Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ireland.
Mean Girls
Meet The Plastics – Regina, Gretchen and Karen. They rule North Shore High and will burn anyone who gets in their way. Home-schooled Cady Heron may think she knows a thing or two about survival of the fittest thanks to her zoologist parents, but high school is a whole new level of savage.
Nativity! The Musical
Feel-good, funny and full of yuletide joy, Nativity! The Musical features all of your favourite sing-a-long hits from the films including Sparkle and Shine, Nazareth, One Night One Moment, She’s the Brightest Star and a whole host of new songs filled with the spirit of Christmas!
Singin' in the Rain
2026's Crucible Christmas musical, is an irresistibly charming take on one of the world’s best-loved films, with high energy choreography and a sumptuous set with a glorious MGM score including Good Morning, Make ‘em Laugh and the legendary Singin’ in the Rain.
Cinderella | Lyceum Panto 2026
The Lyceum Theatre are excited to announce this year’s panto will be… Cinderella! Panto legend Damian Williams will return for his 19th year, with further casting to be announced. The show will be written and directed by Paul Hendy and produced by Evolution Productions, the team that brought you the smash-hit pantos Snow White and Aladdin.
Dirty Dancing
Dirty Dancing returns to the Lyceum as part of a UK and Ireland tour. Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing.
The Full Monty
Sometimes you have to bare everything! Back by popular demand, the boys return home to where it all began, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic film set in Sheffield.
Blood Brothers
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Paranormal Activity
James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are... This thrilling West End hit is inspired by the iconic, hugely popular film series, but with a brand-new story live on stage.
Annie
The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world's favourite family musical returns, starring Claire Sweeney as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan comes to Sheffield.
The Year of the Runaways
Sunjeev Sahota’s award-winning novel is adapted for the stage in this triumphant story of dignity and human spirit against all the odds.
Never Look Back
Uganda, 2020. Veteran Komakech ‘Abba’ Ogwang is haunted by dreams of battle. His granddaughter, Anena, urges him to share his long-buried story.
Everybody's Talking About Jamie
Following a record-breaking three-year West End residency, two sold-out UK and Ireland Tours and Amazon Studios award-winning film, the smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie returns home to Sheffield on its 10th Anniversary Tour.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
The internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers and inspired a ground-breaking National Theatre production returns in a brand-new staging more thrilling than ever.
Mrs Doubtfire
'Help is on the way, Dear!' After dazzling audiences in the West End, Mrs Doubtfire is heading to Sheffield for three weeks only in 2027!
12 Letters To My Name
Tobi and Jay, the only two Africans in the class, are lambs to the slaughter. Newly arrived to England, Sheffield, they are forced to navigate a new life alongside the quiet ache of home.
