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<b> An Evening Without Kate Bush </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 11th September 2024 at 7:30pm
Howl with the Hounds of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights!She’s not there - but you are.Whether you’ve been a fan for decades or recently joined the shoal via the ‘Stranger Things’ ...
<b> Writing Workshops </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 13th September - Friday 13th December 2024
Join William Sutton, author of the Campbell Lawless Victorian Mysteries, for a series of writing workshops held in our beautiful Dress Circle saloon space.  All events are individually bookable.Fri 13 Sept - Portsmouth Writers’ Social ...
<b> The Wizard of Oz: </b> Youth Edition at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 2024
Theatretrain Portsmouth proudly presents the most magical musical of all! Get ready to join Dorothy, Toto and friends as the young performers take you on a spectacular adventure over the rainbow.Featuring all the iconic songs ...
<b> The Very Hungry Caterpillar </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th September 2024
The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber ...
<b> Follow the Light: </b> Sharing Event at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 18th September 2024 at 2:30pm
FOLLOW THE LIGHT is a new musical-in-development that tells a cross-cultural story of a fractured first & second generation British Chinese family. It follows the journey of three British Chinese friends as they explore who ...
<b> The Scummy Mummies: </b> Greatest Hits at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 25th September 2024 at 7:30pm
Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess! For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country. Now they’re bringing all ...
Student Open House at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 26th September 2024 at 6:00pm
Are you a student? You’re invited to our FREE Student Open House!Faculty members are welcome too.Whether you’re at university, college or sixth form or whether you’re a new or returning student, come by and look ...
<b> Maisie Adam </b> – Appraisal at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 28th September 2024 at 8:00pm
Fresh from Live At The Apollo, A League Of Their Own and Have I Got News For You, Maisie Adam is heading back out on tour with a brand new show.She’s five years into her ...
<b> Frankenstein </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 3rd October - Saturday 5th October 2024
Tilted Wig presents FRANKENSTEIN  A new story inspired by the classic novel by Mary Shelley Written and directed by Seán Aydon.Whilst Europe tears itself apart, two women hide from their past at what feels like the ...
<b> Dexi’s Dance Academy LIVE 2024 </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 6th October 2024 at 6:00pm
Dexi’s Dance Academy return back to the New Theatre Royal for this year’s production of DDA Live 2024. Showcasing the talent from the Academy with performers as young as 2 years old, it will be ...
<b> RARE Productions: </b> We Will Rock You Young@Part at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 12th October 2024 at 2:00pm
Based on the music of Queen, We Will Rock You is set 300 years in the future in a futuristic and globally corporate world. Planet Earth has been renamed the Planet Mall and is controlled by the ...
<b> John Nichol’s </b> The Unknown Warrior at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 13th October 2024 at 7:30pm
During the First World War, over one million British Empire soldiers were killed. More than a century later, over half a million still have no known grave. John Nichol, a former RAF Tornado Navigator and ...
<b>Wonder Gigs</b> – Filskit Theatre at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 16th October - Wednesday 13th November 2024
Enjoy an uplifting 45 minutes with your little one as you listen to live musicians playing beautiful acoustic versions of well-known pop songs. These songs are arranged to be enjoyable for both big and small ...
<b>The Lion and the Unicorn</b> – A Radio Play at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 17th October 2024 at 7:30pm
“Winston, this is our problem - I would pacify Hitler, you would provoke him.”“Yes Neville, that is our problem. A wolf in a cage you may pacify. A wolf on the prowl you must shoot!”On ...
<b> Henry Rowley </b> – Just Literally at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 18th October 2024 at 8:00pm
Mick Perrin Worldwide in association with theFound presents:Online comedy sensation and rising star Henry Rowley (1.3M TikTok and 450k Instagram followers) will be touring the UK and Ireland for the first time in Autumn 2024.Join ...
<b> Ellipsis Academy of Musical Arts: </b> Cheers to 10 Years! at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 20th October 2024 at 5:30pm
Ellipsis Academy of Musical Arts are celebrating 10 wonderful years and showcasing the talents of their dancers in this brand new show.
<b> Fern Brady: </b> I Gave You Milk to Drink at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Tuesday 22nd October 2024 at 8:00pm
Expect chaotic energy and stories from an eclectic past in Fern Brady’s new show, “I Gave You Milk To Drink.” The Scottish queen of deadpan humor is back on the road with her unique and ...
<b> Opera Boys: </b> A Night at the Musicals at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 23rd October 2024 at 7:30pm
After a sold-out show in 2023, The Opera Boys are back with “A Night at the Musicals.” Enjoy powerhouse vocals, perfect harmonies, breathtaking medleys, stunning solo performances, and a few surprises!Whether you love modern musicals ...
<b>Our Little Hour</b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 24th October 2024 at 2:30pm
Our Little Hour: A Musical Drama Based on the Life of Walter TullBook & Lyrics by Dougie Blaxland | Original Score by Chris AnthonyStarring Neil Reidman (Dr Who, Casualty, Eastenders, The Detectorists, The Level)Experience the ...
<b> Science Museum </b> The Live Show at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 27th October 2024 at 12:30pm
The Science Museum is going on tour!Experience the brand-new stage show from Mark Thompson Productions that will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination, and inspire you in exciting ways.This unmissable family production is designed to ...
<b> Fame the Musical</b> – Artisan Theatre School at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Tuesday 29th October 2024 at 2:30pm
Fame the Musical follows the highs and lows of the final class of New York City’s illustrious High School for the Performing Arts from their first year in 1980 to their graduation in 1984. It ...
<b> Fireman Sam </b> – The Great Camping Adventure at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 1st November 2024 at 12:30pm
Brand New for 2024: Fireman Sam Live ShowNorman wants to impress his friends with an adventure. When two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. Norman discovers a ...
<b> Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® </b> A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 2nd November 2024 at 7:30pm
Sh!t-faced Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night’s DreamThis year, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® brings their legendary chaos to A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Think drunken donkeys, whimsical fairies, and tipsy mechanicals—it’s magical madness!Each night, a rotating cast member will get ...
<b> Lucy Kate Star Academy </b> presents Stars of Wonderland at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 3rd November 2024 at 1:00pm
Lucy Kate Star Academy are returning to our stage to showcase the talents of their dancers in this year’s performance ‘Stars of Wonderland’.
<b> Ivo Graham: </b> Grand Design at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 8th November 2024 at 8:00pm
Despite extensive grooming for more serious careers at Eton and Oxford, Ivo (now 33) has spent his entire adult life on the stand-up circuit, winning So You Think You’re Funny? aged 18 in 2009. He ...
<b>Kerry Ellis</b>: Queen of the West End at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 9th November 2024 at 7:30pm
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in ...
<b>Dr Louise Newson</b>: Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Monday 11th November 2024 at 7:30pm
Dr. Louise Newson, a leading medical expert on menopause and hormones, is embarking on her first UK theatre tour, accompanied by Dublin-based comedian Anne Gildea.Hormones and Menopause – The Great Debate aims to educate and ...
<b> The Children’s Bookshow with Author and Illustrator Sam Usher </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 11:00am
Join The Children’s Bookshow for a magical morning of stories with award-winning author and illustrator Sam Usher. Creator of a long running series of delightful picture books about a boy and his grandfather including Rain, Free and ...
<b> Grace Campbell is On Heat </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 16th November 2024 at 8:00pm
About to enter her 30s, Campbell has recently made some huge life changes. She got a dog, she stopped replying to internet trolls, she tried non-monogamy, and then very soon after celibacy. Grace has been ...
<b> A Tribute to Hans Zimmer & Film Favourites Illuminated </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 17th November 2024 at 4:45pm
Hans Zimmer Film Favourites: An Immersive TributeJoin us for an immersive tribute to Hans Zimmer and cinema’s most iconic music, performed by a live chamber orchestra illuminated by light.Experience the magic of film music with ...
<b> Nashville At Heart </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Monday 18th November 2024 at 7:30pm
As the Modern Country Music craze continues to spread across the globe, ‘Nashville At Heart’ is a show that celebrates the music of some of modern country music’s giants including Luke Combs, Brad Paisley, Rascal ...
<b> Swan Lake </b> performed by the Imperial Classical Ballet® at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 20th November 2024 at 7:30pm
Swan Lake – a timeless ballet with exquisite dancing  Featuring live Orchestra with over 30 musicians After last year’s successful tour of the Nutcracker, Imperial Classical Ballet® (formerly Classical Ballet & Opera House) returns this year ...
<b> The Rick Wakeman Yuletide Christmas Show</b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 23rd November 2024 at 7:30pm
Special guests: Adam Wakeman and Mollie MarriottExperience Rick Wakeman like never before with a stage set-up featuring two keyboards and a grand piano. This new line-up allows Rick to perform a mix of old and ...
<b>Beauty and the Beast</b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 13th December - Sunday 5th January 2025
Experience a pantomime extravaganza that’s simply the BEAST!Get ready to be whisked away by the sensational pantomime Beauty and the Beast on a spellbinding journey following the roaring success of last year’s smash hit, Aladdin.Prepare ...
<b> Uptown Joel </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 17th January 2025 at 7:30pm
Supported by a 5-piece live band, the outstanding Darren Reeves brings his all-new hit musical production, Uptown Joel to Portsmouth.After being hand-picked by Billy Joel himself, Darren Reeves starred in Billy’s hit Broadway and West ...
<b> The Lightning Thief </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 25th January 2025 at 2:30pm
The Musical Theatre Performance Company of the University of Chichester is very proud to present this dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book to kick off 2025 in style. Brought to you by the ...
<b> Sleeping With Beauty </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 31st & Saturday 1st February 2025
Introducing “Sleeping with Beauty (One Little Prick)” – The Horniest Pantomime in Town!Dive into the funniest, filthiest, most wickedly fabulous pantomime that’s anything but a fairy tale!A side-splitting, adults-only twist on the classic Sleeping Beauty ...
<b> An Evening of Arsenal Legends </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 5th February 2025 at 7:30pm
Amassing more than 900 appearances in the red and white of The Gunners between them, three Arsenal legends are coming to town to talk about their action-packed football careers.Starring Ray Parlour (Romford Pele) Paul Merson ...
<b>Chris McCausland</b>: Yonks! at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 8th February 2025 at 8:00pm
NOW ANNOUNCED: Chris McCausland will be a contestant in Strictly Come Dancing in 2024 before his arrival in Portsmouth!You might have seen him on Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I ...
<b> Sing-a-Long-a Encanto (PG) </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Wednesday 19th February 2025 at 2:00pm
Gather la Familia! It’s time to celebrate something truly Magical.From the producers that brought you Sing-a-Long-a Matilta the Musical earlier this year,  the smash hit movie musical of 2021 about the Family Madigral with lyrics ...
<b> The Eras Experience: </b> Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 22nd February 2025 at 7:00pm
The producers of Only One Direction and Harry Styles Tribute present the mesmerising Taylor Swift Tribute.Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible artist: Xenna. The Taylor Swift ...
<b> Far From the Madding Crowd </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th February 2025
Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. ...
<b> How to Beat Scammers with TV Expert Nick Stapleton </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 13th March 2025 at 7:30pm
Nick Stapleton is an expert investigative journalist and for over a decade he’s delved into the shadows, unravelling scams, frauds, and unethical practices. Nick has spent much of his career pretending to be somebody else ...
<b> Art of Andalucia </b> – FLAMENCO DANCE at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 15th March 2025 at 7:30pm
“ART OF ANDALUCIA” is a captivating celebration of Daniel Martinez’s exceptional artistry in the world of flamenco. This unique concert offers a full immersion into the essence of flamenco, featuring a carefully curated selection of ...
<b> Kate Mosse, Labyrinth Live: </b> Unlocking the Secrets of the Labyrinth at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 23rd March 2025 at 7:30pm
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her global No 1 bestseller, Kate Mosse is set to thrill audiences anew with her unforgettable one-woman show, Labyrinth Live: Unlocking the Secrets of the Labyrinth.With theatre at its ...
<b> Farm Boy </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th March 2025
A Lichfield Garrick ProductionAdapted & directed by Daniel Buckroyd.It sometimes felt as though time had stood still down on the farm - the old Fordson tractor quietly rusting away at the back of the barn, ...
<b> Ellie Taylor: </b> Palavering! at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 3rd April 2025 at 7:30pm
Comedian, presenter and actor Ellie Taylor announces a brand new stand-up tour hitting the UK in Spring 2025! Star of Ted Lasso, Live at the Apollo and The Mash Report, as well as host of Bake ...
<b>The Cavern Beatles</b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 4th April 2025 at 7:30pm
Endorsed and licensed by the now legendary Cavern Club, where The Beatles famously performed, The Cavern Beatles are one of the country’s longest established tribute shows.Featuring a cast of multi-talented instrumentalists and singers, all of ...
<b> Pirates Love Underpants </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th April 2025
Based on the beloved book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort These pirates SO love underpants!Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest!Dodge hungry crocs beneath Long-John ...
<b> Amélie The Musical </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 26th April 2025 at 2:30pm
The Musical Theatre Performance Company of the University of Chichester is very proud to present this quirky and beautifully charming Broadway and West End hit musical, brought to you by the same team that produced ...
<b> Mothers of the Brides </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 8th May 2025 at 7:30pm
3 Mothers. 3 Brides. 3 Weddings.How will they get through it without a funeral?From the writers of the hit comedies Hormonal Housewives and Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and starring Diane Carson from the BBC’s ...
<b>Lou Sanders</b> : No Kissing in the Bingo Hall at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 10th May 2025 at 8:00pm
Lou Sanders‘ surrealist style and high octane stage presence make her a joy to watch.She’s been a star of Dancing On Ice (ITV), champion of Taskmaster (Channel 4), co-host of Mel Giedroyc’s Unforgivable (Dave), regular ...
<b>Omid Djalili</b> – Namaste at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Sunday 18th May 2025 at 8:00pm
The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show NAMASTE where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up ...
<b> Craig Revel Horwood </b> – Fab-U-Lous at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Thursday 29th May 2025 at 7:30pm
Craig Revel Horwood is a national treasure. The longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing is the master of the Glitter Ball. After starting as a dancer, he worked on the nation’s biggest musicals ...
<b> Henning Wehn </b> – Acid Wehn at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Friday 6th & Saturday 7th June 2025
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 ...
<b> History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live </b> at the New Theatre Royal Portsmouth
Saturday 2nd August 2025 at 12:30pm
For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London’s Natural History Museum, is going on tour!Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults ...