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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, 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

Comedy legends Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reunite on the West End stage for the first time in 17 years

Comedy legends Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reunite on the West End stage for the first time in 17 years

Trainspotting The Musical World Premiere

Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, Trainspotting: The Musical storms the stage.

Tilted Wig present Spitfire Girls, a poignant new play inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII.

Spitfire Girls is inspired by the extraordinary true stories of the women who dared to fly during WWII and the incredible bond that tied them together. 

New! Artspod Interview with the brilliant Glynis Barber

Glynis shares behind-the-scenes stories from her current role in the first-ever stage adaptation of Death on the Nile

➤ Musicals

Heathers The Musical

WAITRESS the Musical

WAITRESS The Musical

WAITRESS the Musical

MATILDA The Musical Tour

Matilda the Musical

Six – The Smash Hit Musical

Six the Musical

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➤ Videos of upcoming shows in the UK

Blood Brothers

UK Tour

Wycombe Swan

21 Apr 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

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.

Strictly The Professionals Tour 2026

Strictly The Professionals returns - bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever.

New Theatre Oxford

6 May 2026

Strictly The Professionals returns - bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever

Walk Right Back

The Everly Brothers Story

Swansea Grand Theatre

17 Apr 2026

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is…back! From the Producers of That’ll Be the Day

Strictly The Professionals Tour 2026

Strictly The Professionals returns - bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever.

Plymouth Pavilions

23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Strictly The Professionals returns - bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever

Steve Steinman’s Bat!

Bat Out Of Hell 50th Anniversary

Palace Theatre Newark

18 Jun 2027

The Bat Out Of Hell 50th Anniversary Concert to the UK.

Michael Starring Ben

The man, the music and the magic.

New Theatre Cardiff

25 Oct 2026

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show

Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show!

Palace Theatre Manchester

14 Aug 2026 - 15 Aug 2026

Peppa Pig and friends are back in their brand new live stage show!

I’m Sorry Prime Minister

The Final Chapter of Yes Minister

Richmond Theatre London

26 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

one last glorious round of red tape, I’m Sorry, Prime Minister.

Alan Carr

Have I Said Too Much?

Swansea Arena

29 May 2027

Alan Carr

Peter Kay Tour

Better Late Than Never

AO Arena Manchester

8 Aug 2026

Peter Kay Announces Return to Stand-up with First Live Tour in Twelve Years.