The latest line-up of shows announced for Norwich Theatre venues includes a former F1 boss and a hit West End play. 

Tickets go on general sale on the last Friday of each month, which next falls on October 25. 

Ambassadors, Corporate Members, Gold Friends, Best Friends and Friends of Norwich Theatre get priority booking and other benefits. 

Book tickets at visit norwichtheatre.org or call 01603 630000.

NORWICH THEATRE ROYAL

Aladdin | December 7 2024 – January 5 2025 – Extra performance added December 8 2024 (1pm)

Expect colourful costumes, singing, dancing and more glitter than you could shake a magic carpet at.

An extra date has been added for An Inspector CallsAn extra date has been added for An Inspector Calls (Image: Mark Douet)

An Inspector Calls | January 21 – 25 2025 – Extra performance added January 24 2025 (2.30pm)

A peaceful dinner party is shattered by an investigation into the death of a young woman.

Hairspray | February 10 - 15 2025 – Extra performance added February 14 2025 (2.30pm)

Join big-hearted Tracy Turnblad and her new friends as they strive to change the world in this Broadway and West End hit musical. 

Chris McCausland is currently starring on Strictly Come DancingChris McCausland is a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing 2024 (Image: Supplied)

Chris McCausland: Yonks! | March 9 2025 -  Extra performance added (4pm)

He has starred on shows such as Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You and The Last Leg and is currently appearing on Strictly Come Dancing. 

The Horne Section's Hit Show | March 11 2025

They have two series of their own Channel 4 TV show and a chart-topping podcast.

Miles Jupp: On I Bang | March 26 2025

After suffering a brain seizure, a tumour was discovered that required major neurosurgery - the experience has left him with a story to tell. 

Lay Down Your Burdens | March 28 – 29 2025

A dance theatre show that invites you to explore the beauty of humanity.

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The award-winning smash-hit comedy, as seen on the West End and heard on BBC Radio 4.

Guenther Steiner LIVE: Unfiltered | May 29 2025

Buckle up and fasten your seatbelts for a conversation with former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, star of Netflix's smash hit docuseries Drive to Survive. 

Dara Ó Briain: Re:Creation |June 12 – 13 2025 – Extra performance added 12 Jun 25 (8pm)

An extra date has been added due to popular demand. 

The Blindboy Podcast LIVE | June 15 2025

With polymath, best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub.

The Midnight Bell | September 9 - 13 2025

Matthew Bourne's award-winning The Midnight Bell comes to Norwich Theatre Royal.

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2:22 A Ghost Story | January 26 – 31 2026

West End sensation 2:22 A Ghost Story returns to Norwich. Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam is not having any of it. 

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NORWICH THEATRE PLAYHOUSE

Matt Forde: The End of an Era | January 29 2025

Matt Forde (British Scandal, Spitting Image, The Last Leg) is a leading political comedian and satirist.

Ray O'Leary: Your Laughter Is Just Making Me Stronger | February 1 2025

The deadpan Ray O'Leary (Taskmaster NZ) is a big brain in an ill-fitting suit. 

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Maisie Adam: Appraisal | February 19 2025

Maisie is five years into her job as a comedian, so she is due an appraisal. 

Mark Steel: The Leopard in My House | March 11 – 12 2025

Join award-winning comedian Mark Steel for his new tour.

Richard Herring: Can I have my ball back? | March 18 2025

In 2021, Herring found out he had testicular cancer and one month later, he was lying in hospital waiting to have his murderous gonad removed. Would he survive?

Angela Barnes: Angst | March 21 2025

A new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo.

Knightmare Live | April 24 2025

The smash-hit comedy show of the cult 90s TV classic is back.

The Opera Boys - A Night at The Musicals | May 7 2025

Expect powerhouse vocals and musical medleys.

Annie Presented by Threshold Theatre Company and Echo Youth Theatre | May 29 – June 1 2025

A vibrant co-production from Echo Youth Theatre and Threshold Theatre Company.

Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle | June 12 – 13 2025

It is hard to be good all the time - this is a stand-up show and a support group!

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Stephen K Amos: Now We're Talking | September 20 2025

Join Stephen for freestyling musings and merrymaking to get your belly aching.

Scott Bennett: Stuff | October 12 2025

Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?

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NORWICH THEATRE STAGE TWO

Elf Lyons: Horses | May 25 2025

The first-ever comedy show performed entirely by a horse.