Theatre listings
The Hypochondriac adapted by Roger McGough
The Hypochondriac is Roger McGough’s hilarious take on Moliere’s seventeenth century comic satire of the medical profession.
Chopin Nocturnes
Described by Bachtrack as “a poet of the piano”, Pavel Kolesnikov is one of the world’s most exciting young pianists. Lauded for his staggering ability to cast new light on familiar repertoire, he makes his Music in the Round debut with a sumptuous tour through the complete Chopin Nocturnes.
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!
Cabaret Schmabaret
What is a Schmabaret I hear you cry? It is an evening of fun, filth and frivolity with comedy, games and the debut of the current play UBU Royale. It is an evening of comic acts and theatre for adults with a wicked sense of humour.
Ola Rotimi's the Gods Are Not to Blame
Join Utopia Theatre for an afternoon of African theatre, music, culture and community, culminating in an exclusive Theatrical Presentation of Ola Rotimi's celebrated play, The Gods Are Not to Blame.
Esther's Revenge
Inspired by the true story of Esther Ada Johnson, a woman sentenced to death in colonial Lagos in 1953 for killing her white lover, Esther's Revenge explores themes of justice, power, race and the treatment of women within the colonial justice system.
Rite of Passage
Written and performed by Nigerian actor, filmmaker and Sheffield-based theatre maker Akah Nnani, and directed by Kenneth Uphopho, Rite of Passage is a 75-minute solo performance that explores what it means to find your place in a new country.
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. 26 November 2026 - 16 January 2027.
A Journey Through Nordic Music
Setting the scene for the weekend, join a panel of musicians and experts who will shine a light on some of the composers and music featuring across the three days.
Northern Lights: Music from Iceland
Phaedra Ensemble launches Music in the Round's Northern Lights weekend with a dazzling portrait of contemporary Icelandic music ranging from celebrated glacial works by Anna Thorvaldsdóttir and Oscar-winning Hildur Guðnadóttir, to new arrangements of the ever-inventive Björk and Ólafur Arnalds.
