Cambridge Arts Theatre

    Cambridge Arts Theatre is a 666-seat theatre on Peas Hill and St Edward’s Passage in central Cambridge, England.The theatre presents a varied mix of drama, dance, opera and pantomime. It attracts some of the highest-quality touring productions in the country, as well as many shows direct from, or prior to, seasons in the West End. Its annual Christmas pantomime is an established tradition in the city.

    From 1969 to 1985, the theatre was also home to the Cambridge Theatre Company, a renowned national touring company. The Cambridge Arts Theatre was founded in 1936 by the famous Cambridge economist and statesman John Maynard Keynes.

    Upcoming Events at the Cambridge Arts Theatre

    Paranormal Activity

    Only the fearless need book.

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    23 Mar 2027 - 27 Mar 2027

    Paranormal Activity is a new story live on stage.

    The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night

    An incredible rollercoaster of a play

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    9 Feb 2027 - 13 Feb 2027

    The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night

    Operation Mincemeat

    The hilarious and sharp-witted musical that tells the story of a real-life - and extremely bizarre - WWII operation.

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    19 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

    Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is directed by award-winning theatre group Splitlip, who are known for their fast-paced comedy and glam-punk music.

    Barnum

    The Circus Musical starring Lee Mead

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    18 Aug 2026 - 22 Aug 2026

    Barnum the Musical

    Horrible Histories

    Terrible Tudors & Awful Egyptians

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    23 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

    We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! Horrible Histories

    The Spy Who Came In From The Cold

    The Spy Novel That Changed Everything. Now Live On Stage.

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    28 Jul 2026 - 1 Aug 2026

    The Spy Novel That Changed Everything. Now Live On Stage.

    Blood Brothers

    UK Tour

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    15 Sep 2026 - 19 Sep 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.

    I’m Sorry Prime Minister

    The Final Chapter of Yes Minister

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    19 May 2026 - 23 May 2026

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

    Agatha Christie’s Death On The Nile

    Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.

    Cambridge Arts Theatre

    12 May 2026 - 16 May 2026

    Bitter rivals. Buried secrets. A love to die for.
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