ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bizet’s Masterpiece, presented with Opera North, will be directed by Robin Norton-Hale. First 2027 programme highlights also include Symphonic Ibiza, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Orchestra, The Jay Rayner Sextet, Grimethorpe Colliery Band, Gabrieli Roar, and Jason Byrne.

JEZ BUTTERWORTH’S OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING DEBUT PLAY MOJO (4 MARCH – 10 APRIL 2027) RETURNS TO THE LONDON STAGE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 14 YEARS FRINGE FIRST AWARD-WINNING THE CAPTAIN BY ADAM RICHES COMES TO PARK200 IN A PARK THEATRE AND TIGCO CO-PRODUCTION (12 – 23 JANUARY 2027) PARK THEATRE AND PAPATANGO REUNITE FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE 2026 PAPATANGO NEW WRITING PRIZE WINNER (28 OCTOBER – 27 NOVEMBER 2027) MULTI AWARD-WINNING COMEDY DUO MAX & IVAN MAKE THEIR THEATRI

The whole team at Riverside Studios is thrilled to announce further details of their winter season, that forms part of the Hammersmith venue’s wider 50th anniversary celebration.

Running from late November through to New Year’s Eve, the season ranges from a neon-lit roller circus and Protein’s playful dance-theatre reimagining of Mozart to drag, disco, Bollywood brass, karaoke, live comedy and Christmas ceilidh dancing — alongside more traditional festive favourites for audiences who still want a touch of Christmas classicism.

Since opening in 1901, Hackney Empire has been a home for theatre, comedy, music and entertainment; a place where generations of artists, audiences, young people and communities have come together; a champion for global majority and under-represented creatives. Its 125th anniversary provides an opportunity both to celebrate that extraordinary history and to look forward.

From a Christmas Fair filled with independent makers and festive treats, to live music, creative workshops, dining experiences and two nights of stand-up comedy, the Watermill’s festive programme offers something for audiences of all ages throughout November and December.

Including 2026 Olivier Award best new play Punch, Original theatre’s new comedy The Other Side Of Murder, and new drama from Dash Arts The Reckoning

Families are invited to discover a season of stories, laughter and adventure this autumn as Woolwich Works unveils a vibrant programme of theatre, circus, comedy and live entertainment, with an action-packed programme for October half-term at its heart.

Running from November 2026 until June 2027, the season brings together an outstanding roster of internationally acclaimed artists, including Dame Evelyn Glennie, Guy Johnston, Dame Sheila Hancock, Jeneba Kanneh-Mason and Elena Urioste

Woolwich Works will stage its first-ever beer festival on 19 September, leading an eclectic autumn programme of food and drink, cabaret, contemporary circus, poetry, theatre, heritage and live entertainment.

Leading the line-up are the smash-hit West End comedy The Last Laugh; Agatha Christie’s legendary thriller The Mousetrap, arriving as part of its landmark 75th anniversary tour; and the Floral’s much-loved Christmas pantomime, Aladdin.

Plus more star names including Simon Callow CBE and Lindsay Duncan CBE return to Riverside for in conversation events in celebration of the venue's 50th anniversary.

Highlights include Andy Sandberg’s 5-show mainstage season, rep: radical classical and a special season of shows celebrating 50 years of Riverside Studios.

Featuring a critically acclaimed South-Korean musical, a political drama revival, and a transfer of an LGBTQ+ smash-hit double billing.

The iconic East London venue will celebrate 125 years from autumn 2026 with a 16-month celebration of theatre, comedy, music, community and heritage

An uplifting summer programme of community events, family entertainment, music, dance, craft and culture, offering audiences of all ages the chance to connect through shared experience in one of South East London’s most distinctive cultural and entertainment spaces.

Including the second edition of the Bitesize Short Film Festival, The Bitesize Festival Art Exhibition, a One Day Music Festival, culminating in The Bitesize Awards.

What’s coming up this autumn and beyond at the Belgrade Theatre Coventry, including a brand-new production from the National Theatre and co-produced work with Leeds Playhouse and Paines Plough, as well as an eclectic mix of theatre, comedy, family entertainment and music.

Details of the complete Autumn/Winter season and further shows coming to Polka in early 2027 including Toto; Rebel, Rebel and Colours, Colours Everywhere.

The whole team at Riverside Studios is thrilled to announce details of more special events being staged to celebrate the West London venue’s 50th anniversary.