Norwich Theatre Royal
Titanic the Musical
1-6 May
Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic the Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers, who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions of their own.
The Beekeeper of Aleppo
9-13 May
A touching and heartfelt drama based on the bestselling book by Christy Lefteri. The show tells the story of Nuri, the beekeeper, and his wife, Afra. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo – until the unthinkable happens. They are forced to escape when all they care for is destroyed by war. On their terrifying journey, they must face the pain of their unbearable loss alongside incredible danger. But, above all, they must journey to find each other again.
Julius Caesar
6-10 June
The Royal Shakespeare Company returns to Norwich with a fast-paced political thriller. Concerned that Caesar threatens democracy, revolutionaries take the violent decision to murder him. They have yet to make a plan for what comes next. As the world spins out of control, chaos, horror, and superstition rush in to fill the void. Civil war erupts, and a new leader must rise: but at what cost?
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
19-24 June
It is a truth universally acknowledged that we adore Jane Austen’s iconic love story! This latest irreverent adaptation, audaciously retells the story of romance. Men, money and microphones will be fought over. This show features pop classics, including Young Hearts Run Free, Will You Love Me Tomorrow, and You’re So Vain. Let the ruthless matchmaking begin.
Blood Brothers
27 June-1 July
The legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe, and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
Norwich Theatre Playhouse
Acosta Danza Up Close:
An intimate evening of dance curated by Carlos Acosta
18-20 May
Carlos Acosta’s trail-blazing and Olivier-award nominated Cuban dance company, Acosta Danza, returns to Norwich with their most intimate programme to date. This breathtaking evening of dance features a series of solos and duets specially curated by Carlos from the company’s wide-ranging and diverse repertoire of choreography.
Shewolves
22 May
Armed with a backpack full of Pop-tarts and a hunger to tackle climate change, Priya and Lou embark on a covert expedition into the wild. But when the wilderness closes in around them, can they overcome their differences to make their voices heard? This is an uplifting coming-of-age comedy for teenagers and anyone who has ever been a teen. Shewolves is part of Norwich Theatre Climate Matters: Climate Stories year-long season.
Norwich Theatre Stage Two
The Wish Gatherer
29 May
The Wish Gatherer is the first instalment in English Touring Opera’s trilogy of Climate Change operas. Lola is a young girl struggling with the effects on her world after COVID, her parent’s recent divorce and the climate crisis. One day, she sets out on a journey to meet the magical Wish Gatherer is a story of beauty, loss, revolution, and new beginnings.
5 Years
2-3 June
Would you exchange five years of your life for the perfect body? Yasmin has had enough. She wants the exciting, glamorous life she has always dreamed of, but her XXL body doesn’t fit. It’s time for more drastic measures. She is about to undertake a radical cosmetic procedure that promises to deliver the perfect body and the contentment that seems just out of reach. However, it comes at a cost.
