Strictly Come Dancing - The ProfessionalsStepping out of the ballroom and onto a stage near you! Back by popular demand, your favourite Strictly professionals are on the road again in 2026, bringing this electrifying dance-fest with them. Following a phenomenal debut last year, that saw high critical and audience praise, you'll get to see the talented pros as they shimmy, waltz, tango and more in a dazzling live experience. So get rhinestoning your spandex and work on those tans for this Strictly spectacular affair!Fri 1 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
HERE & NOWThe UK is about to get a whole lot brighter with the arrival of HERE & NOW, the new Steps musical! Get ready to wrap yourself in pure joy with this delightfully giddy and touching showcase of all the beloved hits from the pop legends. When the feeling's gone and you can't go on, book tickets for HERE & NOW.24 Feb 2026 - 1 Mar 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Matilda The MusicalRoald Dahl's much-loved classic of an extraordinary child with magical powers has been reigning supreme at the Cambridge Theatre since 2012 and now sets out on a brand new UK tour! Combining the talents of Tim Minchin and the Royal Shakespeare Company, this extraordinary show has won seven Olivier Awards and has captured the hearts of young and old theatergoers alike, making it one of the most sought-after musicals of the last decade.4 - 22 Mar 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Priscilla, Queen of the DesertAn adaptation of one of the most popular Australian movies of all time, Priscilla Queen of The Desert is the hilarious and uplifting story of a trio of drag queens and the chaos they cause as they take to the road for a one-off gig in a remote town in the outback. Filled with humour, heartwarming moments and fantastic disco tunes, this is one trip you'll want to hitch a ride on. Don't miss out as Priscilla parks up at a theatre near you on this much anticipated new tour!14 - 18 Apr 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The BodyguardDon't miss your chance to see this heartfelt musical love letter to the late, great soul goddess Whitney Houston. The Bodyguard tours the UK, taking its incredible music and unforgettable songs to YOU! Based on the hit TV film, The Bodyguard is a story of love and second chances, set to timeless Whitney Houston hits like Queen of the Night, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, and of course, I Will Always Love You.18 - 23 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Sunny AfternoonThis hit musical is back and ready to head out on tour, giving audiences across the UK the chance to discover the story of The Kinks - sprinkled with a little Olivier-winning musical stardust, of course! Written by Joe Penhall with music and lyrics provided by Ray Davies, Sunny Afternoon was a hit in London in 2014, where the production scooped up four 2015 Olivier Awards, including Best New Musical. It's time to Come Dancing once more!5 - 9 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
WaitressThe sweetest musical treat returns, bringing its delicious confection of peppy songs, romance, and dramedy to the UK on this extra special 10th anniversary tour! Adapted by Jessie Nelson from the beloved 2007 indie film by Adrienne Shelly and with an all-female creative team led by a swelling score from singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles, it's a life-affirming feel-good hit - the perfect thing to chase the cobwebs away.12 - 16 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
2:22 - A Ghost StoryThe edge-of-your-seat supernatural thriller is ready to haunt the rest of the UK after scaring West End audiences silly since 2021! 2:22 - A Ghost Story is brought to you by award-winning writer and creator of hit BBC podcast The Battersea Poltergeist, Danny Robins, and directed by Matthew Dunster. Will you believe in ghosts once the clock strikes 2:22?25 - 30 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Gravity - Starring Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman & Rachel TuckerGravity is a celebration of the greatest music from the West End and beyond, featuring three of the iconic female voices who have been there and done it! Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman and Rachel Tucker are all performers who have made the starring role of Wicked's Elphaba their own, both on Broadway and the West End, so there's no-one better to take you through this showstopping program of musical theatre hits from across the ages.Thu 23 Apr 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The DublinersThe spirit of The Dubliners lives on in this exhilarating show celebrating their music and legacy as Ireland's favorite sons. Beginning with their 1962 formation at the iconic O'Donoghues Pub and exploring their subsequent 50-year career, a talented cast of singers and musicians bring the story of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke, and Jim McCann to life with joy and revelry.Tue 31 Mar 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Ellen Kent's CarmenLust! Jealousy! Intrigue! Murder! It can only be Georges Bizet's simmering tale of a woman scorned - Carmen! Presented by the award-winning Ellen Kent Productions and Opera International and featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, give yourself over to the delectable sights and sounds of this unforgettable opera. Featuring world-famous arias including the Toreador Song and the alluring Habanera, Ellen Kent's classic production will have you hot under the collar as it heads on its farewell tour in 2026!Thu 2 Apr 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Rock Orchestra By CandlelightRock meets classical in this soul-stirring show that fuses the best in rock and heavy metal with a 13-piece chamber orchestra and a whole lotta candles! In this evocative setting, you'll be treated to hits from the greats, from Led Zeppelin to Metallica, Rage Against The Machine to pop's heavy hitters, presented in breathtaking new classical arrangements.Thu 9 Apr 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Ellen Kent's Madama ButterflyExperience the bittersweet wonder of Puccini's beloved masterpiece once more in this glorious production from esteemed director Ellen Kent. Heading out on a final farewell tour in 2026, it's a mesmerizing and sumptuous affair that highlights Puccini's greatest score with spectacular sets and costumes, including a breathtaking Japanese garden.Fri 3 Apr 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best WorksMeastro of the movies, Hans Zimmer has been responsible for some of the most celebrated film scores of the last few decades. Be it setting the scene in Gotham for Batman to duke it out with his latest foe, zooming into space with Interstellar, or recreating the adventure of the seven seas with the Pirates of the Caribbean, Zimmer has done it all. Don't miss this thrilling concert experience from our friends at fever, presenting some of the composer's greatest hits in an unforgettable candlelit experience.Showing until 31 Jan 2026St Mary's CathedralPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Josh WiddicombeComedian, podcaster, and author Josh Widdicombe is back on the road in 2026, bringing his new show, Not My Cup of Tea, to stages across the UK. Managing expectations from the off, Josh says that the trek will be: "shorter and with lower production values than Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, but funnier and with more references to tea."Sat 2 May 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Dara O'BriainAfter the success of his last jaunt: 'So, Where Were We?' Dara O Briain is back on the road with a brand new show: Re:Creation. He's one of Britain's most recognizable faces thanks to appearances on Mock The Week, Robot Wars, and Star Gazing Live, he returns to his live comedy roots, bringing a whirlwind of erudite humor and fast-talking wit along for the ride.Sat 28 Mar 2026Edinburgh Playhouse TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets