Theatre listings
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.
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!
Life After Siham
After his mother’s death, Namir investigates his family’s history between Egypt and France, blending humor and reflection.
All Rise For Halloween: A Spooky Kooky Courtroom Musical
All Rise for Halloween: A Spooky Kooky Courtroom Musical is the must-see family-friendly comedy event of the season! This high-energy musical throws all your favourite spooky icons into the witness stand for a hilarious night in the Supreme Court of the Eternal Rest.
One Woman One Bra
Star faces exclusion from land claims due to parentage and status, sparking a search for identity.
The Filing Cabinet of Fear
Author Richard Daniels presents an entertaining, terrifying journey into an alternate realm of conspiracies, ghosts, and UFOs. Taken from his case file series, Occultaria of Albion, Richard utilizes audio and video to deliver a potent, mysterious show.
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.
The Void: A Horror Story
Dare you enter a world infected by fear? Eight million miles from Earth, a mysterious distress call crackles through the ether and draws Flint, a haunted space ranger, towards the Odyssey, an ageing research vessel in the grip of a nightmare.
Elgar Piano Quintet
No stranger to Sheffield audiences, pianist Martin Roscoe was a frequent collaborator with the Lindsay String Quartet, founders of Music in the Round. Here he joins forces with another titanic quartet, the prolific Brodskys, who have been performing for over half a century to prizes and plaudits around the world.
Saxophone and Electronics
Praised for his “urgently visceral” playing (Tempo), London-based Canadian saxophonist David Zucchi performs a programme of innovative works for saxophone and live electronics
We Are Not Beautiful
Shining a light on the women that protested against the Miss World Contest in 1970.
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.
Off-Key
At a Birmingham grammar bursting with overachievers, political meltdowns, and teenage delusion, best friends Sabrin and Ruqqiyah are free-falling to their futures.
Selected Works: Table Top Shakespeare
In Selected Works two performers create condensed versions of six of Shakespeare iconic plays, creating lovingly made miniatures played out on a one metre table-top using a collection of ordinary everyday objects.
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.
Engegård Quartet
Norway’s multi-award-winning Engegård Quartet brings its customary boldness, energy and freshness to Sheffield. It is a quartet with a deep affinity with Mozart and Beethoven and a profound commitment to Norwegian music.
Sibelius & Grieg
Masterpieces and miniatures for strings and piano by two giants of Nordic classicism. Grieg’s Cello Sonata is a passionate, expressive, dancing work, full of sweeping melodies and stirring tension. Sibelius’s taut String Quartet broods and bristles with soulful intensity and culminates in a fiery finale.
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. The show is by the team that brought you the smash-hit pantos Snow White and Aladdin. 28 November 2026 - 03 January 2027.
Beethoven Appassionata
On the threshold of a Beethoven bicentenary year, Ensemble 360’s pianist Tim Horton launches his latest marathon project. With his familiar commitment, rigour and virtuosic playing, he embarks on the monumental feat of a complete Beethoven piano sonata cycle.
It's a Wonderful Life! A Live Radio Play
Experience the beloved Christmas film in a whole new way, as a live 1940s radio broadcast, with a small cast, music and live sound effects bringing George Bailey’s story to life.
Reich: Electric Counterpoint
A magnetic performer, prolific recording artist, and a curious and wide-ranging musical explorer, this is a chance to experience one of the most celebrated musicians working today in the intimate setting of the Playhouse.
Stick Man
Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is coming to Sheffield for Christmas! 05 December 2026 - 03 January 2027.
It's a Wonderful Life! A Live Radio Play
Experience the beloved Christmas film in a whole new way, as a live 1940s radio broadcast, with a small cast, music and live sound effects bringing George Bailey’s story to life.
It's a Wonderful Life! A Live Radio Play
Experience the beloved Christmas film in a whole new way, as a live 1940s radio broadcast, with a small cast, music and live sound effects bringing George Bailey’s story to life.
It's a Wonderful Life! A Live Radio Play
Experience the beloved Christmas film in a whole new way, as a live 1940s radio broadcast, with a small cast, music and live sound effects bringing George Bailey’s story to life.
A Roman Rumble: The Rude Panto
Rome wasn’t built in a day… but we’ll destroy it in two acts It’s wine-soaked. It’s filthy. It’s history like you've never been taught it. Cleopatra’s juggling five lovers and one olive oil enema. There’s full-frontal betrayal, backstage fondling, and
Cinderella
Dust off your glass slippers - you're invited to the Royal Ball! Get ready to cheer the heroes and boo the baddies as our talented cast of performers aged 5 to 18 bring this classic fairy tale to life!
Cinderella
Dust off your glass slippers - you're invited to the Royal Ball! Get ready to cheer the heroes and boo the baddies as our talented cast of performers aged 5 to 18 bring this classic fairy tale to life!
It's a Wonderful Life! A Live Radio Play
Experience the beloved Christmas film in a whole new way, as a live 1940s radio broadcast, with a small cast, music and live sound effects bringing George Bailey’s story to life.
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.
David Olusoga: A Global History of the British Cup of Tea
In this brand-new talk, David Olusoga uses art, photography, history and humour to uncover the strange, unexpected, and intriguing history of our national drink.
The Rise and Fall of Little Voice
Alone in the sanctuary of her bedroom, Little Voice fills the air with pitch‑perfect renditions of her deceased dad’s record collection of the great Divas, from Judy Garland to Billie Holiday. But when her mother Mari's latest fling hears her sing he’s certain he’s struck gold. Will Little Voice be pushed into a spotlight she never asked for?
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.
Agatha Christie's The Hollow
Renowned detective Hercule Poirot expected a quiet break in the country; instead he's drawn into one of the most unsettling cases of his career.
Before I Go To Sleep
Acclaimed actor, author and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher stars in the world stage premiere of Before I Go To Sleep. Based on the international bestselling novel that became a hit film starring Nicole Kidman and Colin Firth, this thrilling new adaptation comes to the Lyceum in2027.
Layton Live
Olivier Award winner, and Tony Award nominee, Layton Williams is taking to the stage for his nationwide tour.
Northern Ballet's Wuthering Heights
Passionate and obsessive, Cathy and Heathcliff's love is a force of nature — beautiful, brutal and impossible to escape. Told through breath-taking ballet and heart-wrenching storytelling, this dramatic tale will sweep you into a haunting world of romance and revenge.
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.
English Touring Opera: Tosca
Set over two chaotic days of passion and intrigue, English Touring Opera's new production of Tosca is epic drama at a human scale. Robin Norton-Hale directs Puccini's gripping thriller, with ETO Music Director Gerry Cornelius conducting and set and costumes from Madeleine Boyd.
The Silence of the Lambs
Based on Thomas Harris’s gripping literary masterpiece, and starring renowned actor John Partridge (EastEnders, Everyone’s Talking About Jamie, Cabaret) as Hannibal Lecter, this electrifying new play sets the definitive psychological thriller loose in Sheffield.
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.
Jersey Boys
Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.
Hadestown
The smash-hit Broadway and West End musical sensation by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin is heading out on its first ever UK and Ireland Tour.
