What’s On at Nottingham Playhouse

Court in the Act!

Wednesday 1 - Saturday 4 February 8:00pm

Family Friendly: Live theatre at its liveliest with six intrepid improvisers ready to entertain.

Saint Raymond

Presented by Cultural Vibrations (Unity Through Music)

Saturday 4 February 8pm

Music: Saint Raymond returns with his acoustic guitar and a fine selection of original and cover songs.

Shakespeare's Villains

Tuesday 7 February 7:45pm

Drama: One again Steven Berkoff holds the stage alone – this time with his exploration and analysis of Shakespeare’s most villainous characters.

The Mamma Mia Concert

Thursday 9 February 7:30pm

Music: One of the worlds greatest Abba Shows! A must see for Abba fans, both young and old…the ultimate Abba experience!

Andy Whittle

Thursday 9 February 8pm

Music: This popular singer-songwriter returns to the Playhouse with his own brand of beautifully crafted and engaging folk music.

Richard Digance

Friday 10 February at 7.45pm

Music: This award-winning folk entertainer has travelled the world with his guitar and a treasure chest of stories from the last 40 years on the road.

Little Bo Peep

Saturday 11 February 11am, 1pm and 3pm

Family Friendly: Sing along to all your favourite nursery rhymes in this beautiful play from Sea Legs Puppets who are back by popular demand.

Swinging at the Cotton Club

Featuring The Jiving Lindy Hoppers & Harry Strutter's Hot Rhythm Orchestra

Saturday 11 February 7:45pm

Music: Exciting music and dance routines from the famous Cotton Club – New York City’s 1920’s and 30’s hot spot.

Elektro Kif

Blanca Li Dance Company

Monday 13 & Tuesday 14 February 8pm

Dance: This dazzling new dance phenomenon comes fresh of the streets of Paris and onto the Playhouse Stage – you’ve never seen anything like this...

Dinner on Stage with Cabaret

Wednesday 15 February 7:30pm

Music: A truly memorable and unique opportunity to enjoy a very special VIP evening on stage at Nottingham Playhouse.

Science Museum Live on Tour!

Friday 17 - Sunday 19 February

Family Friendly: The popular science demonstration show is back, prepare to have your mind blown!

Omid Djalili

Tour of Duty

Monday 20 - Tuesday 21 February 8.00pm

Comedy: He’s back! And with the razor-sharp wit and acute observations we love him for.

Stewart Lee - Sold Out

Carpet Remnant World

Thursday 23 February

Comedy: Following his much acclaimed second BBC TV series the maverick comedian, writer and director brings his brand new West End show to Nottingham.

Ola Onabule

Friday 24 February 8.00pm

Music: Spanning nearly two decades, British Nigerian Soul and Jazz singer / songwriter Ola is now a regular presence at some of the world’s premier...

The Demon Barber Roadshow

Saturday 25 February 7:45pm

Music: Traditional folk music combined with England’s most exciting dancers to give it that bit of oomph!

Forever Young

Wednesday 29 February - Saturday 10 March

Music: The theatrical saga section is back by popular demand – this is your LAST CHANCE to see what all the fuss is about!

Creative Salon

with Jean 'Binta' Breeze

Saturday 3 March 8 - 10pm

Misc: Offering conversation, tips, networking, plus thrilling live performances by celebrated poet Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze with talented spoken word artists...

Kangna

Presented by the University of Nottingham's Hindu Society & Asian Cultural Society

Sunday 4 March 7pm

Misc:

Walsh & Pound

Thursday 8 March 8pm

Music: Prepare to be astonished by stunning vocals, frailing banjo wizardry and sounds you didn’t think were possible on harmonica.

Gang of Angels

Saturday 10 March 8pm

Music: Funky vocalists with a wide genre of music from contemporary to experimental and soulful.

Lee Nelson… LIVE!

Extra Spring 2012 Dates Added

Sunday 11 March at 7:30pm

Comedy: Star of Live at the Apollo (BBC ONE) is back for an extra show

Romeo and Juliet

Tuesday 13 - Saturday 24 March

Drama: A hot-blooded, deeply moving new production of the world’s greatest love story.

BalletBoyz

The Talent

Monday 26 March 8pm

Dance: Eight remarkable dancers, picked from open auditions by Balletboyz, star in this explosive feast of exhilarating live dance.

Peppa Pig's Treasure Hunt

28th-29th March - 10am, 1pm & 4pm

Family Friendly: Ahoy there me Hearties! Peppa Pig and her friends are going on a treasure hunt and need your help!

What Women Want

Thursday 29 March at 7.30pm

Comedy: This acclaimed show deals with a problem that has baffled man down the ages. Come along and be dazzled, amused and thrilled by a truly brilliant...

Say Sum Thin lll

with Kayo Chingonyi

Saturday 31 March 5:30pm

Misc: Highly-acclaimed writer and performer Kayo Chingonyi headlines an evening of poetry and discussions.

Reasons to be Cheerful

Tuesday 3 - Saturday 7 April, 8pm

Music: Part gig, part play, this acclaimed coming-of-age tale features Ian Dury and the Blockhead’s greatest hits.

The Chuckle Brothers

Wednesday 4 April 12.30pm & 3.30pm

Family Friendly: Join The Chuckle Brothers for a swash-buckling adventure at sea!

Woyzeck

Thursday 12 - Saturday 14 April 7.45pm

Drama: Following on the success of last year’s The Trial, Nottingham Playhouse Youth theatre perform this influential German play in their trademark...

Mary Shelley

Tuesday 17 April - Saturday 5 May

Drama: The award-winning Shared Experience explore Mary Shelley’s remarkable life in this bold and thrilling new play.

Nathan Caton

Get Rich or Die Cryin'

18 April, 8pm

Comedy: A hilarious show from a rising comedy star

Ruth Notman

Thursday 19 April 8pm

Music: BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award Finalist will take takes audiences on a musical journey through epic film-score-like arrangements and simple...

Elena Hargreaves

Presented by Cultural Vibrations (Unity Through Music)

Saturday 21 April 8pm

Music: This contemporary pop singer from Nottingham is back by popular demand.

Our Style is Legendary

A dark comedy about growing up in 1980s Nottingham

Tuesday 1 - Saturday 5 May, 8pm

Drama:

Saturday Night and Sunday Morning

Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 May 2012

Drama: This new musical, based on the acclaimed novel by Nottingham author Alan Sillitoe, brings Arthur Seaton to life like never before.

Gilmore Roberts

Thursday 10 May, 8pm

Music: BBC Radio 2 Horizon Award nominees Katriona Gilmore and Jamie Roberts combine astounding lap-tapping guitar, fiery fiddle and their trademark...

Simon Amstell

Numb

Sunday 13 May 7.30pm

Comedy: The award-winning comedian attempts to heal himself in public in his brand-new stand-up tour.

Richard Alston Dance Company

Tuesday 15 - Wednesday 16 May, 8pm

Dance: Richard Alston Dance Company make a welcome return to Nottingham Playhouse with a new programme of work.

Danza Contemporanea de Cuba

Friday 18 - Saturday 19 May - 7.30pm

Dance: World famous, but rarely seen outside of Cuba, this breathtaking company bring the heat and passion of Cuba to Nottingham Playhouse.

Roots

Wednesday 23 May - Saturday 2 June

Drama: Following the huge sucess of The Kitchen at the National Theatre and our acclaimed productions of Chicken Soup With Barley, Roots marks Arnold...

Stewart Francis

Outstanding in his Field

Sunday 27th May - 7.30pm

Comedy: The star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, brings his fantastic and hilarious new show to Nottingham Playhouse.