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Tom Davis: Spudgun
11–12 Sept
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Tom Davis: Spudgun

Norwich Theatre Royal11–12 Sept· 7:30pmNorwich

Tom Davis is back on the road, firing out his freshly cooked observations on life's hot topics.

Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
13 Sept
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Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel

Norwich Theatre Royal13 Sept· 7:30pmNorwich

Back by popular demand, For a delightful evening, the all-star Austentatious cast will improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel, inspired entirely by a title from the audience. Performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment, it's a riotous, razor-sharp show where swooning is…

High Society
15–19 Sept
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High Society

Norwich Theatre Royal15–19 Sept· 7:30pmNorwich

Fresh from a sell-out season at the Barbican, this lavish production of Cole Porter's musical comedy arrives on tour with Helen George (Call the Midwife, The King and I) leading a 28-strong cast as socialite Tracy Lord, whose carefully arranged wedding begins to unravel when her charming ex-husband…

Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy
20 Sept
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Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

Norwich Theatre Royal20 Sept· 7:30pmNorwich

Nish Kumar returns to the road with this stand-up hour that wears its politics firmly on its sleeve. Co-host of the Pod Save the UK podcast, former host of The Mash Report and, by his own admission, one of Taskmaster's greatest losers, Kumar has built a reputation as the UK's leading political…

Legally Blonde The Musical
22–26 Sept
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Legally Blonde The Musical

Norwich Theatre Royal22–26 Sept· 7:30pmNorwich

The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production.

Matthew Bourne's The Car Man
29 Sept – 3 Oct
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Matthew Bourne's The Car Man

Norwich Theatre Royal29 Sept – 3 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Car Man is back! Loosely based on Bizet's ever-popular opera, The Car Man has one of the most thrilling and instantly recognisable scores in New Adventures' repertoire.

Operation Mincemeat
5–10 Oct
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Operation Mincemeat

Norwich Theatre Royal5–10 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II.

Phil Wang: UH OH
11 Oct
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Phil Wang: UH OH

Norwich Theatre Royal11 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

UH OH. Phil Wang's back with a new stand-up show, and he's older than ever before. He's got a moustache now. It bristles with wisdom. His eyes shine with good humour. His shoulders groan under the weight of being the only cool millennial left. Everyone's an idiot but him. Nice is out. Right is in.

Mean Girls
13–17 Oct
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Mean Girls

Norwich Theatre Royal13–17 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Get in loser, we're going to Norwich Theatre Royal!

Michael Palin: In the Philippines
18 Oct
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Michael Palin: In the Philippines

Norwich Theatre Royal18 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Fresh from his latest television series and companion book, Michael Palin returns to the stage to share the story of one of his most ambitious journeys yet for a Warm, witty and endlessly curious, evening that goes far beyond the television series, offering audiences the chance to hear the untold…

Acosta Danza Cuban Baroque
20–21 Oct
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Acosta Danza Cuban Baroque

Norwich Theatre Royal20–21 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Leap into the breath-taking grandeur of Baroque with this brilliant double bill curated by Carlos Acosta at Norwich Theatre Royal.

Henning Wehn
22 Oct
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Henning Wehn

Norwich Theatre Royal22 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won't. Who knows?! Come along. Or else.

Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure
24 Oct
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Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure

Norwich Theatre Royal24 Oct· 12:30pmNorwich

Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves. It's up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to save the day and find the treasure.

Jeremy Bowen: Truth Under Fire
25 Oct
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Jeremy Bowen: Truth Under Fire

Norwich Theatre Royal25 Oct· 2pmNorwich

As the BBC's International Editor, Jeremy has spent over 40 years covering more than 90 countries and 20 wars. But something has changed. Who is telling the truth? And how do we know?

Sylvia
27–31 Oct
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Sylvia

Norwich Theatre Royal27–31 Oct· 7:30pmNorwich

Torn between loyalty, love, and revolution, see her remarkable story explode onto the stage when SYLVIA storms into Norwich in 2026.

Mary Beard: The Secret Histories of Ancient Rome
1 Nov
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Mary Beard: The Secret Histories of Ancient Rome

Norwich Theatre Royal1 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

Renowned historian Mary Beard returns to the stage after her sold-out 2025 tour, stepping once more into the world of Ancient Rome - a civilisation whose stories still shape the way we see ourselves today.

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
3–7 Nov
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Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Norwich Theatre Royal3–7 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

The sell-out West End smash hit production of of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG crashes into the Norwich. Enjoy a festive slice of pure escapism at the worst production in Christmas past, present and yet to come! Don't be a Scrooge, book now.

Sam Campbell: Kid Giblet
8 Nov
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Sam Campbell: Kid Giblet

Norwich Theatre Royal8 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

I definitely don't know what's going on. I'm not even sure I know what's happening anymore. Live comedy is straight up amazing because people gather to watch it in a spectacular setting rather than ogling an evil phone screen in some horrid grey dank little corner.

Paranormal Activity
10–14 Nov
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Paranormal Activity

Norwich Theatre Royal10–14 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

DIRECT FROM A SOLD-OUT WEST END RUN - James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren't haunted, people are...

Chris Packham's World of Wonder
15 Nov
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Chris Packham's World of Wonder

Norwich Theatre Royal15 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

For nearly forty years Chris Packham has been the voice of nature in the UK. Through his groundbreaking work on The Really Wild Show, Springwatch, Inside Our Autistic Minds and Earth, Chris has devoted his remarkable life to engaging with the natural world - and urging us all to do the same.

Cinderella
18–21 Nov
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Cinderella

Norwich Theatre Royal18–21 Nov· 7:30pmNorwich

Northern Ballet

Stuttgart Philharmonic with Jeneba Kanneh-Mason
22 Nov
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Stuttgart Philharmonic with Jeneba Kanneh-Mason

Norwich Theatre Royal22 Nov· 7pmNorwich

Norwich Theatre Royal is pleased to welcome one of Germany's most distinguished orchestras, the Stuttgart Philharmonic to Norwich. Featuring brilliant soloist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason and outstanding Argentinian conductor Mariano Chiacchiarini.

The All New Adventures of Peter Pan
5 Dec – 3 Jan
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The All New Adventures of Peter Pan

Norwich Theatre Royal5 Dec – 3 Jan· 1pmNorwich

Join Peter and friends as they take on the dastardly Captain Hook in an epic quest full of magic, mayhem, and mischief. Writing and starring Joe Tracini as Smee. Karl Queensborough as the dastardly Captain Hook. Milo Clarke as Peter Pan, Kerry Ingram as Wendy and Fabulous panto dame Quinn Patrick…

Murder, She Didn't Write
7 Jan
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Murder, She Didn't Write

Norwich Theatre Royal7 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

Don your deerstalker and grab your magnifying glass as this talented company use audience suggestions to create a hilarious improvised murder mystery. All you have to do... is solve it!

It's A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular
8 Jan
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It's A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Tribute Spectacular

Norwich Theatre Royal8 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

Fisher Stevens, widely acclaimed as the finest Neil Diamond tribute performer on the touring circuit, brings his pitch-perfect vocals and effortless charisma to this long-running production. The show has been a fixture on the UK and European touring calendar for more than a decade, and this…

The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins
9 Jan
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The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins

Norwich Theatre Royal9 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy - but stand-up Sue is full of surprises.

Dirty Dancing
12–16 Jan
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Dirty Dancing

Norwich Theatre Royal12–16 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing.

Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life
17 Jan
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Romesh Ranganathan Will Change Your Life

Norwich Theatre Royal17 Jan· 4pmNorwich

Romesh Ranganathan returns to Norwich with his brand-new show. Tired of trying quick fixes and papering over the cracks in your life? Romesh is here to help.

NNOS presents Crazy For You
26–30 Jan
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NNOS presents Crazy For You

Norwich Theatre Royal26–30 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

NNOS return with a dazzling, feel-good tap-dancing spectacular, having wowed Norwich audiences with their recent productions of Singin' in the Rain, Les Misérables and Carousel.

Fascinating Aïda: Bawdacious!
31 Jan
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Fascinating Aïda: Bawdacious!

Norwich Theatre Royal31 Jan· 7:30pmNorwich

The world's greatest cabaret troupe is back with a BRAND NEW SHOW at Norwich Theatre Royal!

Annie
2–7 Feb
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Annie

Norwich Theatre Royal2–7 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

Set in 1930s New York, young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan's orphanage. Her luck changes when she's chosen to spend Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie's search for her family…

Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker
8 Feb
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Varna International Ballet - The Nutcracker

Norwich Theatre Royal8 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

2027

Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake
9 Feb
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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake

Norwich Theatre Royal9 Feb· 2:30pmNorwich

2027

Varna International Ballet - Snow White
10 Feb
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Varna International Ballet - Snow White

Norwich Theatre Royal10 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

2027

That'll Be The Day
11 Feb
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That'll Be The Day

Norwich Theatre Royal11 Feb· 7pmNorwich

Back with a brand-new version of the beloved show, That'll Be The Day delivers a feel-good night of music and comedy, at Norwich Theatre Royal.

Mo Gilligan: The Mo You Know
12 Feb
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Mo Gilligan: The Mo You Know

Norwich Theatre Royal12 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

Named 'The Funniest Man in Britain' by The Times, Mo Gilligan brings his new show to Norwich Theatre.

Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan
13 Feb
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Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

Norwich Theatre Royal13 Feb· 2pmNorwich

Join Gordon as he recounts his thrilling encounters with pandas, grizzlies, tigers, jaguars, and more at Norwich Theatre Royal.

An Evening with Jimmy Anderson
14 Feb
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An Evening with Jimmy Anderson

Norwich Theatre Royal14 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

Hosted by Felix White. 21 years, 188 Test Matches, 704 Test Wickets. England's greatest ever fast bowler, Jimmy Anderson makes an epic return to the stage in 2027 to share unprecedented insight into his 21-year international cricket career.

Cats
16–27 Feb
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Cats

Norwich Theatre Royal16–27 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's multi award-winning musical CATS is coming to Norwich Theatre

Susan Calman: Tall Tales
28 Feb
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Susan Calman: Tall Tales

Norwich Theatre Royal28 Feb· 7:30pmNorwich

Susan Calman hasn't been on tour in ten years, but now she's back with a brand-new show. A decade older, but not necessarily wiser, Susan has found herself in some improbable situations over the years.

Greg Davies - Full Fat Legend
2–3 Mar
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Greg Davies - Full Fat Legend

Norwich Theatre Royal2–3 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Greg Davies is heading back out on the road in 2026/2027 to satisfy the overwhelming demand to witness the Full Fat Legend at the very top of his game.

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
4 Mar
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Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

Norwich Theatre Royal4 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure - up on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography!

Harry Enfield and No Chums
5 Mar
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Harry Enfield and No Chums

Norwich Theatre Royal5 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Join them for a rare and entertaining evening with legendary satirical comedian and self-styled "stupid idiot", Harry Enfield.

Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell
6 Mar
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Ed Gamble: Fresh Hell

Norwich Theatre Royal6 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Everyone's annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand-up grot. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage.

Hand Made Man with Patrick Grant
7 Mar
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Hand Made Man with Patrick Grant

Norwich Theatre Royal7 Mar· 2pmNorwich

Join host of the Great British Sewing Bee Patrick Grant as he takes you behind the scenes of the Sewing Bee workroom, through Savile Row and on a journey to understanding what it means to craft and be creative in today's world.

São Paulo Dance Company
9–10 Mar
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São Paulo Dance Company

Norwich Theatre Royal9–10 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Following its acclaimed UK debut in 2024, São Paulo Dance Company returns Norwich as part of its 13-venue Dance Consortium UK and Ireland tour.

English Touring Opera present Orpheus & Eurydice
12 Mar
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English Touring Opera present Orpheus & Eurydice

Norwich Theatre Royal12 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

2027

ETO - Orpheus & Eurydice - Pre Show Talk
12 Mar
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ETO - Orpheus & Eurydice - Pre Show Talk

Norwich Theatre Royal12 Mar· 6:30pmNorwich

We invite you to join ETO for a complimentary pre-show talk on Orpheus & Eurydice. To ensure your place, please kindly book your tickets in advance.

English Touring Opera present Tosca
13 Mar
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English Touring Opera present Tosca

Norwich Theatre Royal13 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

2027

ETO - Tosca - Pre Show Talk
13 Mar
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ETO - Tosca - Pre Show Talk

Norwich Theatre Royal13 Mar· 6:30pmNorwich

We invite you to join ETO for a complimentary pre-show talk on Tosca. To ensure your place, please kindly book your tickets in advance.

Phil Wang: UH OH.
14 Mar
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Phil Wang: UH OH.

Norwich Theatre Royal14 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

UH OH. Phil Wang's back with a new stand-up show, and he's older than ever before. He's got a moustache now. It bristles with wisdom. His eyes shine with good humour. His shoulders groan under the weight of being the only cool millennial left. Everyone's an idiot but him. Nice is out. Right is in.

Blood Brothers
16–20 Mar
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Blood Brothers

Norwich Theatre Royal16–20 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

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.

Disney Princess - The Concert
21 Mar
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Disney Princess - The Concert

Norwich Theatre Royal21 Mar· 7pmNorwich

Disney Concerts and Cuffe & Taylor are delighted to announce that DISNEY PRINCESS - THE CONCERT will embark on a major UK and Ireland tour for the first time from March 2027.

Before I Go To Sleep
23–27 Mar
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Before I Go To Sleep

Norwich Theatre Royal23–27 Mar· 7:30pmNorwich

Acclaimed actor, author and podcaster Giovanna Fletcher stars in the world stage premiere of Before I Go To Sleep coming to Norwich Theatre, March 2027.

Taiwan Philharmonic
28 Mar
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Taiwan Philharmonic

Norwich Theatre Royal28 Mar· 7pmNorwich

Norwich Theatre Royal is thrilled to be welcoming one of Asia's most exciting orchestras, the Taiwan Philharmonic to Norwich Theatre. Featuring Taiwan's top young violinist, Paul Huang, and conductor Jun Märkl.

Jersey Boys
30 Mar – 3 Apr
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Jersey Boys

Norwich Theatre Royal30 Mar – 3 Apr· 7:30pmNorwich

The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the true-life musical phenomenon, JERSEY BOYS.

Matthew Bourne's Cinderella
6–10 Apr
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Matthew Bourne's Cinderella

Norwich Theatre Royal6–10 Apr· 7:30pmNorwich

New Adventures return to Norwich with the 30th Anniversary celebration of one of their most popular and beloved productions, Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA - a thrilling and evocative love story, set in London during the Second World War.

Savage
13–17 Apr
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Savage

Norwich Theatre Royal13–17 Apr· 7:30pmNorwich

SAVAGE. A drag extravaganza. A brand-new comedy about the Blonde Bombsite herself, Lily Savage.

Jesus Christ Superstar
20–24 Apr
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Jesus Christ Superstar

Norwich Theatre Royal20–24 Apr· 7:30pmNorwich

The record-breaking West End production of Jesus Christ Superstar, starring Sam Ryder in the iconic role of Jesus is now coming to Norwich Theatre Royal for one week only.

Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble
25 Apr
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Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble

Norwich Theatre Royal25 Apr· 8pmNorwich

A brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian & star of Black Books, Dylan Moran.

Agatha Christie's The Hollow
4–8 May
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Agatha Christie's The Hollow

Norwich Theatre Royal4–8 May· 7:30pmNorwich

Following sell-out tours of Murder on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile, Fiery Angel reunites with director Lucy Bailey to bring this darkly seductive new staging of one of Agatha Christie's most compelling mysteries The Hollow to Norwich.

Hadestown
11–15 May
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Hadestown

Norwich Theatre Royal11–15 May· 7:30pmNorwich

The smash-hit Broadway and West End musical sensation by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin is heading to Norwich on its first ever UK and Ireland Tour.

Lucy Beaumont
16 May
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Lucy Beaumont

Norwich Theatre Royal16 May· 8pmNorwich

Lucy Beaumont has had quite the year. She lost a contestant £79,000 on The Wheel, forgot to revise for Mastermind, and generally confirmed she's terrible at quiz shows. So she's sticking with what she does best - this autumn, she's back on the road with a brand new show.

Wuthering Heights
20–22 May
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Wuthering Heights

Norwich Theatre Royal20–22 May· 7:30pmNorwich

On the wild Yorkshire moors, love isn't tender. It's ravenous. Emily Brontë's gothic masterpiece tears itself from the pages and onto the stage in Wuthering Heights.