& Juliet 30
July-3 Aug | Norwich Theatre Royal
This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks, what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including Britney Spears’…Baby One More Time, Katy Perry’s Roar and many more chart toppers. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.
A Chorus Line
27-31 Aug | Norwich Theatre Royal
New York City. 1975. On an empty Broadway stage, seventeen performers are put through their paces in the final, gruelling audition for a new Broadway musical. Only eight will make the cut. Celebrate the lives of theatre’s unsung heroes as they tell searing stories of ambition, shattered hopes, and what it really costs to follow your dreams.
Come From Away
15-26 Oct | Norwich Theatre Royal
This smash hit show shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11 and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives with open hearts. Experience this joyous story and soaring music as spirited locals and global passengers come together to forge friendships that will stay with them forever.
The SpongeBob Musical
9-13 October | Norwich Theatre Playhouse
If nautical nonsense is something you wish look no further than local theatre company Sound Ideas and The SpongeBob Musical. Take a plunge into this stunning, all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
24-29 September | Norwich Theatre Royal
In this much-loved family favourite, we meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts, who restores a broken-down racing car with the help of his children Jemima and Jeremy. Soon, the family discover the car has magical powers, and end up on a hilarious, fantastical adventure to far-off lands. Bursting with unforgettable songs, including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and, of course, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.
Here You Come Again
8-12 Oct | Norwich Theatre Royal
For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy. Packed with the iconic songs Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again, and more, this lively and touching new musical tells the story of a die-hard fan whose fantasy version of international icon Dolly Parton gets him through trying times. So all you have to ask yourself is what Dolly would do?
NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
1-5 Oct | Norwich Theatre Royal
Celebrate 40 years of the iconic and chart-topping compilations brand NOW That’s What I Call Music, which has sold an estimated 200 million copies worldwide. This fun-filled evening is bursting with hits from Whitney Houston, Wham! Blondie, Tears For Fears, Spandau Ballet, and so many more. Award-winning comedy actress and EastEnders star Nina Wadia makes her Musical Theatre debut, joined on stage in Norwich by special guest and 80s pop icon Sinitta – performing her smash hit, So Macho!
Aurie Styla: The Aurator Tour
16 June | Norwich Theatre Playhouse
After a year of performing worldwide, Aurie is back, ready to entertain audiences with his hilarious take on this wild world and his journey to make sense of it.
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
24-29 June | Norwich Theatre Royal
Jamie New is 16 and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Supported by his brilliant, loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies, and steps out of the darkness into the spotlight. This iconic musical features an all-star cast, including X-Factor winner Sam Bailey and Strictly Come Dancing royalty Kevin Clifton.
The Highwayman
14-18 August | Norwich Theatre Playhouse
A new British musical inspired by Alfred Noyes’ classic poem, The Highwayman, which tells the story of a doomed love affair of self-confessed sociopath. Sexy, darkly funny and deeply moving, The Highwayman is about longing for better while trying to run from the worst of our past. A live band joyously re-imagines pub sing-alongs and folk ballads in super contemporary arrangements, from electro swing to Adele, with a sprinkling of Billie Eilish and Kae Tempest.
101 Dalmatians
9-13 July | Norwich Theatre Royal
When fashionista Cruella de Vil plots to swipe all the Dalmatian puppies in town to create her fabulous new fur coat, there’s trouble ahead for Pongo and Perdi and their litter of adorable, tail-wagging young pups.
This classic canine caper is brought to life on stage with spectacular puppetry, show-stopping choreography, and
witty songs!