We are delighted to have made the finals of the Notts & Derbyshire Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026 for Best Arts, Culture & Theatre venue. We need your vote to help us win – ✅️ Vote here: nottsderbyshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/awards/vote/ Thank you 🙏

ICYMI - We’re delighted to have been awarded £285k through the Creative Foundations Fund – part of the Government’s Arts Everywhere investment. These essential funds will be spent on a new lift, to improve our accessibility, and energy efficient stage lighting, helping our sustainability targets.

🌟 Punch named Best New Play at the Olivier Awards 2026! 🌟 Huge congratulations to James Graham on winning the Best New Play at this year’s Oliviers for Punch. This wonderful play has moved and galvanised audiences in Nottingham, London and New York, and will tour the UK in 2027.

🍾⭐️ Julie Hesmondhalgh wins Best Supporting Actress at the Olivier Awards 2026 for Punch! 🍾⭐️ Huge congratulations to Julie on winning the Best Supporting Actress award at this year’s Oliviers for Punch.

With the Olivier Awards this Sunday, we want to celebrate the fabulous nominations Punch has received, and the incredible journey it has been on.

Our fabulous sponsors at @hollygirtschool.bsky.social are hosting an Open Morning! From Year 6 through to Year 11, it's a chance to experience the warm and welcoming atmosphere the school has to offer.🏫 📅Sat 25 Apr ℹ️Find out more: www.hollygirt.co.uk/admissions/o...

🌟 BEST PLAY 🌟 James Graham’s Punch has won Best Play in The London Standard Theatre Awards. Originally commissioned by Adam Penford, Punch has received wide acclaim in the West End & on Broadway. Huge congratulations to all those involved in the making of this powerful & moving story.

‪Punch is back – and it is as compelling as ever!’ (British Theatre Guide). A brand-new set of 5⭐ reviews for our brand-new cast! Have you booked yet? Catch it in Nottingham until 4 April bit.ly/NPPunch

We are thrilled to have won Gold in the Accessible & Inclusive Tourism Award for the second year in a row, at the Visit Nottinghamshire Tourism Awards. We also won Silver in the Entertainment Venue of the Year Award and Bronze in the Regenerative Tourism Award. Congratulations to all the winners!

🎉 REVEALED! Stunning new images of our Punch 2026 cast in action. Sending this wonderful company our very best wishes for a fabulous press night this evening. 💐 📸 Pamela Raith

📣 Announcing the Punch UK Tour 2027 📣 The four-time Olivier-nominated #Punch by James Graham will embark on a UK Tour in 2027. Initial dates at: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Royal Bath Birmingham Rep @grandtheatrebpl.dky.social Chichester Festival Theatre Malvern Theatres Curve, Leicester

Huge congratulations to our friend and collaborator playwright James Graham for his WhatsOnStage Special Award for Services to UK Theatre. This video features our Artistic Director Adam Penford talking about James’ unique writing skills and human insights. youtu.be/9q74Sge80kE

📣 GENERAL ON SALE – BOOK NOW 📣 Our fabulous new season shows are now on sale! Head to the link to get your tickets now 🎟️https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/whats-on/

📣Four Olivier-nominations for James Graham’s Punch! We are thrilled that the Nottingham Playhouse production of #Punch in the West End has been nominated for Best Lighting Design – Robbie Butler, Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Julie Hesmondhalgh, Best Actor – David Shields, and Best New Play.

We are happy to announce another Business Club renewal. Sign Systems have provided new signage around the building and for our new Workshops, so we look forward to another mutually beneficial year. If you are looking for a more creative way to network, get in touch bit.ly/NPBusinessClub

3 New Productions by 3 Nottingham Writers! First Year - Jess meets Billy, who'll shape her life forever. This warm, funny play looks at the bond you share with the person who knows your flaws but loves you anyway. 📅 15 May – 6 June 🎟️ Priority Booking open 🎟️ General Booking 6 Mar bit.ly/NPScenes

3 Productions by 3 Nottingham Playwrights When vandals devastate the Market Deeping Model Railway Club's chances at the Annual Show, the members must unite to rebuild their miniature world. 🚂 📅 6 – 25 Jul 🎟️ Priority Booking open 🎟️ General Booking Fri 6 Mar bit.ly/NPMarketDeep...

3 New Productions by 3 Nottingham Writers The Stone family are in Mansfield for Sylvia & Marek's big day. Everyone's on their best behaviour. For now...The regional premiere of Beth Steel’s family drama. 👰‍♀️ 📅 5 – 26 Sep 🎟️ Priority Booking open 🎟️ General Booking 6 Mar bit.ly/NPTilltheStars

🚨 Final week alert! As we head into the last week, don't miss your chance to see The Beekeeper of Aleppo — one of the most powerful pieces of theatre you'll see this year. Time is running out! 🗓️ Ends 28 Feb 🎟️ Book now before it's gone. bit.ly/3A6Z5q5

‘Another state of the nation masterpiece’ (The Telegraph) #Punch is back in the rehearsal room with a fabulous, brand-new cast – get your first look here. bit.ly/NPPunch

Audiences and critics agree: The Beekeeper of Aleppo is unmissable. 'This is not merely a piece of theatre; it is an urgent act of storytelling' ★★★★★ Elemental Theatre 📅Until 28 Feb then on tour 🔗https://bit.ly/BeeNP @ukp_ltd @beekeeperplay #beekeeperofaleppoplay

We are thrilled that #Punch has been nominated for 3 Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards. BEST NEW PLAY BEST ACTOR – DAVID SHIELDS BEST ACTRESS – JULIE HESMONDHALGH See James Graham’s #Punch in 2026 with a brand new cast bit.ly/NPPunch And at Leeds Playhouse and Theatre Royal Plymouth

This February, show some love for your local theatre 💕 Share what you love about Nottingham Playhouse using #LoveYourLocalTheatre for a chance to win tickets to the Olivie rAwards with Cunard, a stay at The May Fair Hotel & £500 in @TheatreTokens 🎭 Comp ends 11.59pm on Thu 5 March. T&Cs apply.

Here’s your first look at The Beekeeper of Aleppo🐝A chance to glimpse the stunning setting for this story of love, loss & compassion. 📸 Manuel Harlan 📅Until 28 Feb 🎟️https://bit.ly/BeeNP @UKP_Ltd @BeekeeperPlay

It's time for The Beekeeper of Aleppo first preview 🐝 Our incredible cast are ready to share Nuri and Afra's powerful story - wishing them all the best as they begin a brand-new journey with this unforgettable show. 📆Until 28 Feb then on tour 🎟️https://bit.ly/BeeNP #beekeeperofaleppoplay

📣 PUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 Here's our BRAND NEW cast! Punch is back in Nottingham and after its run here, this gripping production will go on to play Leeds Playhouse and theatre Royal Plymouth. You do not want to miss this ‘masterpiece’ (The Telegraph). 📅 Fri 13 Mar – Sat 4 Apr 🎟️ bit.ly/NPPunch

Our February Business Club event looks at how using data to measure impact helps tell stories that connect with your customers. Joanna Sigsworth, Director of Marketing & Communications at Nottingham Playhouse, has years of experience in using data to maximum effect. bit.ly/NPBusinessClub

🥳 Our new Nottingham Playhouse Workshops and Storage facility is now open! 🥳 Created to support Sustainability, the new 31,140 sq ft space allows us to store and re-use more sets, costumes and props, and provides additional space for building and painting.

We love to see Business Club Members renewing their Membership, testament to the great experiences they’ve had so far – and the promise of more to come. Thank you to Hopkins Solicitors, our latest renewing Member.

We are celebrating the 12th and final year of Nottingham City Transport's sponsorship of our pantomime. Sponsorship enables us to produce our panto to the highest standards. NCT have benefitted from prominent branding, a private buy-out performance and direct connection with our large audiences.

Announcing the cast for Matthew Xia’s powerful new production of Small Island, a co-production with Leeds Playhouse & BirminghamRep & in association with Actors Touring Company. Leeds Playhouse 11 - 28 Mar Birmingham Rep 1 - 18 Apr Nottingham Playhouse 28 Apr - 16 May bit.ly/SmallIslandNP

ICYMI, Dominic Maxwell in The Times, ‘the art that made critics cry’ 😢 “ … nothing can match the fist-biting I had to do to avoid causing a scene at the Nottingham premiere of James Graham’s play Punch … What a study of the power of change and forgiveness.”

Our Apr 24 – Mar 25 Annual Review is published – what a golden year! From Sonali Bhattacharyya’s Liberation Squares to the acclaimed James Graham’s Punch, Dawn King's The Trials, a brand-new Dear Evan Hansen, A Raisin in the Sun & Dennis Kelly’s Girls & Boys. Read more here bit.ly/4r0TpoW

'It’s something to look forward to!' As the curtain falls on Sleeping Beauty for the last time today - read why January audiences love panto as much as everyone else! www.theguardian.com/stage/2026/j...

🐝 Take a first look into the rehearsal room for The Beekeeper of Aleppo.🐝 Adapted for the stage by Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler, from Christy Lefteri’s best-selling novel, The Beekeeper of Aleppo runs at Nottingham Playhouse from 7 – 28 February, and then embarks on a UK Tour.

Prepare to be dazzled as we pay tribute to the voice, the legacy, and the magic of Celine Dion. Celebrating Celine promises an evening of joy, emotion and unforgettable entertainment. 🗓️Tue 27 Jan Book today: bit.ly/4qIZxlA

Our February Family Fest is now on sale! We’re back with jam-packed activities for kids of all ages to enjoy. 🗓️ Wed 18 – Fri 20 Feb Check out the line-up here: bit.ly/FamilyFestNP

✨ A huge thanks to the generous businesses that have supported us with our panto goodie bags this year – lots of entertainment and treats for the brave children who come up on stage every performance! ✨

ICYMI, our fabulous Company Stage Manager, Patricia Davenport (PD to friends), was featured in The Stage this week, talking about her career in stage management, her drive to make theatre more diverse and her passion for ensuring access for all. Well done PD 🙏

Amplify:SEASONS is around the corner! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see brand new writing by emerging Midlands creatives. 🗓️Fri 23 Jan Find out more: bit.ly/AmplifySeasons

Laura Turner, our Associate Literary Artist, joins us on Monday for Amplify Co-Working📝 Laura is offering drop-in sessions, so bring along your work and have a chat over a cuppa☕ Book your free place today: bit.ly/3ulJNx0

We were very sad to hear of the passing of Frank Dunlop, our joint Artistic Director from 1961-1964, alongside John Neville. Frank opened our current building in 1963 with a production of Coriolanus, featuring Sir Ian McKellen. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. 📷 Allan Warren

Good to see the power of @nottmplayhouse.bsky.social 's #Punch still being talked about on BBCEastMidlandsToday. A play for a generation. @stephsirr.bsky.social

Punch features in this BBC News article, with @kate Pakenham talking about the importance of the ‘ecology in the industry supporting new plays’. Punch returns to Nottingham in March 2026. @https://bit.ly/NPPunch www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Don’t fancy leaving the house on Christmas Eve? Stream our special performance of Sleeping Beauty from the comfort of your own home - and watch out for a VERY special guest... 🎅👀. Perfect for starting your celebrations with some panto magic! 🍿🛋️ bit.ly/SBChristmasE...

No plans tonight? Why not brighten up your Tuesday with our Festive Pub Quiz! 🎁 We're hosting an evening of yuletide brainteasers, with some fab prizes to be won: 🎭 Show tickets 🍷 Bottles of wine, and 🍻 Bar tabs😊 No need to book – just come on down! nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/the-p...

Calling all freelance theatre makers and shakers around the Midlands! Sad that your freelance life denies you the chance of experiencing the highs of an office Christmas do? Our friends at In Good Company are throwing a FREE ‘Not Got An Office’ Office Party! Find out more: bit.ly/454uacH

We’d like to say a huge THANK YOU to all sponsors who have contributed to our lovely Goodie Bags, given out to the chosen children who go up on stage. What a treat! 🌟 Tunnock's Treat Kitchen Nottingham City Transport Orchard Toys Ltd Sweet Cherry Publishing

Teachers! It’s not too late to apply for our 2026 Schools Shakespeare Festival. Perfect for KS2 and KS3, this is an opportunity for your pupils to perform on the main stage at Nottingham Playhouse. Applications must close on 31 Dec. Find out more: bit.ly/4pUlA9o

🌟 ALADDIN – NOW ON SALE 🌟 Join us for a rip-roaring adventure to a far-off magical land ✨Our legendary pantomime will make all your wishes come true! Book now for the best seats at the best prices - we can’t wait to see you there! 📅 Fri 27 Nov 2026 – Sat 16 Jan 2027 🎟️ bit.ly/3EHU72w