Cultivated – Cultivated https://www.cultivated.org.uk Arts and entertainment for East Anglia Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:30:29 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cropped-android-chrome-512x512-32x32.png Cultivated – Cultivated https://www.cultivated.org.uk 32 32 Forest theatre teases summer programme https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/forest-theatre-teases-summer-programme/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/forest-theatre-teases-summer-programme/#respond Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:28:23 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4136 The first shows from Suffolk’s forest theatre’s summer 2027 programme have been announced.

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“East coast good”? New theatre group launches with Animal Farm https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/east-coast-good-new-theatre-group-launches-with-animal-farm/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/east-coast-good-new-theatre-group-launches-with-animal-farm/#respond Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:10:54 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4132 New Lowestoft-based theatre group North Sea Ensemble is preparing for its debut production, launching with George Orwell’s Animal Farm.

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“Surround sound” classic tour visits region’s cathedrals https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/surround-sound-classic-tour-visits-regions-cathedrals/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/surround-sound-classic-tour-visits-regions-cathedrals/#respond Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:59:35 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4116 A beginner-friendly classical concert featuring relaxed seating, enticing visuals, and a pick and mix musical programme is coming to the region’s cathedrals.

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‘Best of’ thriller evokes cult crime writer https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/best-of-thriller-evokes-cult-crime-writer/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/best-of-thriller-evokes-cult-crime-writer/#respond Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:26:47 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4098 The latest play in Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds series of ‘The Best Plays Of The Last Ten Years’ has opened with a psychological thriller based on real-life crime writer Patricia Highsmith.

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Susan’s back cruising the comedy circuit https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/susans-back-cruising-the-comedy-circuit/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/susans-back-cruising-the-comedy-circuit/#respond Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:11:06 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4090 After a decade away, and TV berths including Strictly Come Dancing and Channel 5’s Cruising, comedian Susan Calman is back on a UK tour that includes stops in Cambridge and Norwich.

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Grief-inspired show aims to open conversations around death https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/grief-inspired-show-aims-to-open-conversations-around-death/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/grief-inspired-show-aims-to-open-conversations-around-death/#respond Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:08:40 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4072 A show that blends storytelling, movement, and striking visuals, and aims to open up conversations around death is coming to Norwich and King’s Lynn.

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Theatre marks 10 year anniversary with ticket deal https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/theatre-marks-10-year-anniversary-with-ticket-deal/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/theatre-marks-10-year-anniversary-with-ticket-deal/#respond Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:35:51 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4060 Norwich venue Stage Two is marking its 10th anniversary with a year-long £10 ticket deal.

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Casting for Suffragette musical tour confirmed https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/casting-for-suffragette-musical-tour-confirmed/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/casting-for-suffragette-musical-tour-confirmed/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:55:40 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4032 The full cast of the touring version of Sylvia – a musical based on the life Suffragette Sylvia Pankhurst – has been announced ahead of its visit to Norwich in October.

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Twin concerts bring classical Indian music to Norwich https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/twin-concerts-bring-classical-indian-music-to-norwich/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/twin-concerts-bring-classical-indian-music-to-norwich/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:39:46 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4028 A festival of Indian music will see two concerts at Norwich’s St Andrews Hall as part of a returning festival.

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From the East End to the East Coast https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/from-the-east-end-to-the-east-coast/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/from-the-east-end-to-the-east-coast/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:22:42 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4019 Cole Porter’s glamorous and hit-laden musical High Society is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal as part of a UK tour this month, with Call the Midwife star Helen George as its leading lady.

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Greek myth with modern themes tours https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/greek-myth-with-modern-themes-tours/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/greek-myth-with-modern-themes-tours/#respond Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:37:05 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=4016 The Greek mythological tale of the sorceress Medea is being brought to modern audiences with an emphasis on its contemporary relevance.

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Theatre launches search for Neverland’s lost children https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/theatre-launches-search-for-neverlands-lost-children/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/theatre-launches-search-for-neverlands-lost-children/#respond Fri, 08 May 2026 16:16:26 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3847 Norwich Theatre is on the lookout for the young stars to join the junior cast of its 2026 pantomime, The All New Adventures of Peter Pan.

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Don’t stress, Ian’s coming https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/dont-stress-ians-coming/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/dont-stress-ians-coming/#respond Fri, 08 May 2026 15:43:47 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3844 Comedian Ian Smith is mid-way through a UK tour, coming to Norwich Arts Centre on 26 May. We caught up with him to talk about the tour and more.

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Epic new East Anglia-set drama to tour region https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/epic-new-east-anglia-set-drama-to-tour-region/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/epic-new-east-anglia-set-drama-to-tour-region/#respond Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:07:16 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3801 An epic family drama about the boundaries of love and devotion in the age of climate catastrophe is to tour the region, brought to the stage by an all-East Anglian creative team.

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Inter-generational play refreshed for new tour https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/inter-generational-play-refreshed-for-new-tour/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/inter-generational-play-refreshed-for-new-tour/#respond Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:23:40 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3798 A play inspired by real life experiences is returning for a tour of Norfolk and Suffolk venues.

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Pun-laden film noir premieres in Norwich https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/pun-laden-film-noir-premieres-in-norwich/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/pun-laden-film-noir-premieres-in-norwich/#respond Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:07:55 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3790 Norfolk sketch company the Earlham Bus Incident is producing its first full length production, putting a comic twist on the film noir genre.

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Farming epidemic takes centre stage https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/farming-epidemic-takes-centre-stage/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/farming-epidemic-takes-centre-stage/#respond Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:30:16 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3728 Set to the backdrop of the 2001 foot and mouth crisis, And Then Come The Nightjars is the latest in-house production at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds.

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Real-life experiences inspire focus on men’s mental health https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/real-life-experiences-inspire-focus-on-mens-mental-health/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/interviews/2026/real-life-experiences-inspire-focus-on-mens-mental-health/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:04:46 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3718 A new production debuting at venues in Sheringham and Norwich has taken its inspiration from real-life mental health issues to create a new show of movement and drama.

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Revamp plans for Norwich venue https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/revamp-plans-for-norwich-venue/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/revamp-plans-for-norwich-venue/#respond Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:43:46 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3706 Plans for a major revamp of Norwich’s Playhouse have been submitted to the city council.

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Superbowl show explores attitudes to black female role models https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/superbowl-show-explores-attitudes-to-black-female-role-models/ https://www.cultivated.org.uk/news/2026/superbowl-show-explores-attitudes-to-black-female-role-models/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:32:22 +0000 https://www.cultivated.org.uk/?p=3703 A show exploring the aftermath of a famous ‘wardrobe malfunction’ is heading to three venues in the region.

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