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Discover What’s On Across the UK in 2026 – Theatre, Music & Live Events

Artspod is your guide to what’s on across the UK. From West End theatre shows and award-winning musicals to live music, comedy, exhibitions, and cultural events, we help you find the best experiences near you. Looking for theatre shows in London, upcoming events at iconic venues in Manchester, or touring productions coming to your city? Explore what’s on by city or venue and stay up to date with the latest news, reviews, and interviews from across the arts world.

➤ News

Television and stage actress Tamzin Outhwaite stars in Abigail’s Party

Tamzin Outhwaite stars as one of the most iconic characters in British theatre – the unforgettable Beverley in Mike Leigh’s ferocious black comedy of suburban life in the 1970s.  

A wickedly entertaining new thriller: The Other Side of Murder with a star cast

The Other Side Of Murder – A Comedy Thriller

Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller THE CAR MAN returns for a 2026 UK

New Adventures is delighted to announce casting for Matthew Bourne’s award-winning dance thriller THE CAR MAN which returns for a 2026 UK tour

Join in the Constable 250 Celebrations at Burgh House

To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of iconic Suffolk-born artist John Constable

➤ Musicals

Mamma Mia

The Music of ABBA in Mamma Mia the Musical

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

The Boy who Harnessed the Wind

Heathers The Musical

Heathers the Musical

WAITRESS The Musical

WAITRESS the Musical

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➤ Videos of upcoming shows in the UK

Dirty Dancing

The Classic Story on Stage

Palace Theatre Manchester

29 Sep 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

Dirty Dancing

The Choir of Man

Welcome to The Choir of Man, the best pub in the world…

Wyvern Theatre & Arts Centre Swindon

29 Sep 2026 - 3 Oct 2026

Welcome to The Choir of Man, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement!

Fawlty Towers The Play

Featuring your favourite scenes from the sitcom’s unforgettable twelve episodes.

Theatre Royal Newcastle

30 Jun 2026 - 4 Jul 2026

Nearly 50 years since it first hit our TV screens, the ‘Greatest British sitcom of all time’ (Radio Times) is now a brand-new stage play, adapted by comedy legend John Cleese and directed by Caroline Jay Ranger.

The Picture Of Dorian Gray – A New Musical

starring Kevin Kennedy

New Theatre Royal Lincoln

5 Nov 2026

The Picture Of Dorian Gray - A New Musical

High Society

Cole Porters Songs, Glitter and Dazzle

Wycombe Swan

16 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Cole Porters High Society

The Musical Box Presents…

And then there was Phil

De Montfort Hall Leicester

13 Jun 2026

Celebrating the early years of Phil Collins at the helm of Genesis (1976-80).

Sylvia the Musical

The Olivier-nominated musical

Norwich Theatre Royal

28 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

Sylvia the Musical

The Magic of Motown

Celebrate the sound of a generation.

New Theatre Cardiff

7 Jun 2026

Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back!

The Proclaimers

2026 Tour

Sheffield City Hall

21 Oct 2026

Craig and Charlie Reid return in 2026 with a highly anticipated 13th studio album and a string of major live dates across the UK. Following the phenomenal success of their 14-month Dentures Out world tour, which concluded in August 2023,

Car Man

Matthew Bournes New Adventures

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

3 Nov 2026 - 7 Nov 2026

Matthew Bournes Car Man