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Edinburgh Playhouse is the UK’s largest all seated theatres with a capacity of 3039 and over the years it has hosted some of the biggest names in live music, comedy and musical theatre as well as top bands.

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Starts 07 Dec 2023

Wicked

Congratulations to Wicked on their 6000th performance in the West End!Wicked, the West End musical phenomenon and “London’s No.1 show” (LBC), is playing at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre!With music and lyrics by multi-Oscar, Golden Globe and Grammy Award winner Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, The Prince of Egypt, The Hunchback of...

Wicked

Wicked

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

09 Jan 2024

Sing in the Playhouse

Sing in the City meets Edinburgh Playhouse.

Sing in the Playhouse

Sing in the Playhouse

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 12 Jan 2024

Backstage Tours

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes?

Backstage Tours

Backstage Tours

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

18 Jan 2024

Varna International Ballet - Sleeping Beauty

Founded in 1947, the critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns to the UK following a breathtaking debut tour.Renowned for its award-winning soloists and magnificent corps de ballet, the company has been delighting audiences for decades at home and abroad with its performances of the highest quality.

Varna International Ballet - Sleeping Beauty

Varna International Ballet - Sleeping Beauty

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 19 Jan 2024

Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker

This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.

Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker

Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

21 Jan 2024

A Country Night in Nashville

Prepare to be transported on a musical journey through the history of Country, featuring songs from its biggest stars both past and present. Hits from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves, are showcased by the amazing Dominic Halpin and the Hurricanes.With songs...

A Country Night in Nashville

A Country Night in Nashville

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 22 Jan 2024

Shrek The Musical

Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a biscuit with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got an enchanting, all-singing, all-dancing musical comedy.Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori and a side-splitting book by David...

Shrek The Musical

Shrek The Musical

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

03 Feb 2024

1974: The ABBA Tribute Show

Dig out your 70s fashion, dust off your platform boots and get ready to celebrate all things ABBA. The ultimate ABBA tribute show returns!Don’t miss this hugely popular live concert featuring the unforgettable Agnetha, Frida, Benny and Björn from the 1974 Abba Tribute Show. These not-so Swedish superstars have been...

1974: The ABBA Tribute Show

1974: The ABBA Tribute Show

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

04 Feb 2024

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

In ethereal candlelit settings, this band of 14 classical musicians unleash effortlessly enchanting melodies alongside powerful walls of distortion. Witness the unexpected union of Classical music and Metal.Performing the music of iconic bands including: Nirvana, Metallica, AC/DC, Rage Against The Machine, My Chemical Romance, Foo Fighters, Linkin' Park, SOAD, Guns...

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 06 Feb 2024

Jesus Christ Superstar

Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You, Into the Woods) directs this mesmerizing new production of the iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR which comes to Liverpool for 1 week only! Starring Julian Clary as Herod, Ian McIntosh (We Will Rock You, Follies, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) as Jesus, Shem Omari...

Jesus Christ Superstar

Jesus Christ Superstar

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 13 Feb 2024

The Wizard of Oz

Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals is embarking on a UK tour.Featuring the iconic original score from the Oscar-winning MGM film including Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and We're Off To See The Wizard with additional...

The Wizard of Oz

The Wizard of Oz

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 20 Feb 2024

James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome

"One of comedy's most original voices" (Evening Standard) has written a new show. He's very proud of it. That being said, you are allowed to ruin it. Fill your boots.

James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome

James Acaster: Hecklers Welcome

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

23 Feb 2024

Girls Night Oot!

Join the girls on a hen night that you won’t forget with a smash hit retro soundtrack...Songs from 60’s,70’s, 80’s, 90’s and Now!To prepare for a marriage all a girl needs are her friends and a guid old hen night!Banterous and Bootyliciously good fun! Songs include Hot Stuff, Girls Just...

Girls Night Oot!

Girls Night Oot!

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

24 Feb 2024

Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

Now is your chance to interact with this incredible tale of a little girl making her great escape!Find the “magic” inside of you and join our gang at the latest film to get the singalong treatment, the Tony and Olivier Award winning Matilda the Musical based on Roald Dahl’s novel....

Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

Sing-a-Long-a Matilda

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

24 Feb 2024

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

Look out ‘cause here it comes…. Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want.And it’s marching on to the beat we drum.Our live...

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 27 Feb 2024

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

The members of the Cornley Drama Society are back on stage, battling technical hitches, flying mishaps and cast disputes as they attempt to present J.M Barrie’s much-loved tale. But will they ever make it to Neverland? Mischief’s unique brand of hilarious, 'gut-busting' comedy (New York Times), has found universal appeal....

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

Peter Pan Goes Wrong

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

13 Mar 2024

Ellen Kent's Carmen

An evening of passion, sexual jealousy, death and unforgettable arias.This dazzling production with orchestra features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including The Toreador’s Song, Carmen’s enticing Habanera, and Don José’s lyrical Flower Song in a setting evoking the stunning architecture of Seville and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences.Sung in...

Ellen Kent's Carmen

Ellen Kent's Carmen

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

14 Mar 2024

Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who...

Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly

Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

15 Mar 2024

Professor Brian Cox - Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey

Horizons has taken over 250,000 people across three continents on a dazzling journey; a story of how we came to be and what we can become. Using state of the art screen technology, venues across the world from New Zealand to the Arctic Circle have been filled with images of...

Professor Brian Cox - Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey

Professor Brian Cox - Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

30 Mar 2024

Frankie Boyle

Show policies: no phones/recording, no latecomers, no readmittanceTrigger Warnings: Swearing/ Strong Language

Frankie Boyle

Frankie Boyle

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 02 Apr 2024

Pretty Woman The Musical

One of Hollywood's most beloved romantic stories is now set to tour the UK & Ireland!Once upon a time in the late ’80s, Vivian met Edward and her life changed forever. Be swept up in their romance in this dazzlingly theatrical take on a love story for the ages –...

Pretty Woman The Musical

Pretty Woman The Musical

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

21 Apr 2024

Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo

Join TV Dance Sensation Johannes Radebe and a host of eclectic characters in this brand-new theatrical celebration jam-packed with roof-raising music, dazzling costumes and of course, world class dance. The doors to the House of JoJo are open – and you are invited.

Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo

Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 25 Apr 2024

Madagascar The Musical

Join all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.Alex the lion is the king of the urban jungle, the main attraction at New York's Central...

Madagascar The Musical

Madagascar The Musical

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 30 Apr 2024

The Drifters Girl

Nominated for Best New Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards, this smash-hit show has a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits including Saturday Night At The Movies, Save The Last Dance For Me and Stand By Me.Discover the remarkable story of the Drifters and the truth about the...

The Drifters Girl

The Drifters Girl

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

14 May 2024

The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour

Starring three winners of Elvis Presley Enterprises’ Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest including the Winner of BBC One’s The World’s Greatest Elvis – Shawn Klush (USA), Dean Z (USA) and Ben Thompson (UK).The incredible Shawn Klush first exploded onto the UK scene when 6 million viewers tuned in to see...

The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour

The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

15 May 2024

The Psychology Of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees

Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics.

The Psychology Of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees

The Psychology Of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

Starts 16 May 2024

Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

After a sell-out tour in 2022, Romesh is back with a brand-new show examining the human condition. Are people inherently good? Is charity always a positive thing? Is hustling the key to success? Or is all this a load of rubbish we've made up to keep people working hard for...

Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

Romesh Ranganathan: Hustle

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

18 May 2024

Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals

This exhilarating show will showcase the exceptional talent of 12 of TV’s beloved professional dancers, supported by incredible singers and a live band, all performed within the wonderful world of glamour and sparkle that fans know and love from the smash hit series. Join hugely talented Strictly Professionals - Dianne...

Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals

Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals

Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

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