Norwich Theatre Royal – Cultivated

Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts

James Goffin — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:27:33 +0000

The Oxford detective was a mainstay of British TV for more than a decade, and now 25 years on Morse has returned in a new story written specially for stage.

First 2026 NNF tickets on sale

Cultivated — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:22:47 +0000

The first shows of the 2026 Norfolk and Norwich Festival have been announced, with tickets going on public sale tomorrow.

Northern Ballet: Merlin

James Goffin — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 23:27:33 +0000

It’s one of the country’s oldest stories – the mysterious wizard that put King Arthur on the throne – and Merlin’s early life is given a unique twist in this ballet revival.

War Horse

James Goffin — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:50:23 +0000

This story of a boy and his horse, separated by war, is a visually spectacular piece of storytelling – dominated by intricate and impressive puppeteering.

Norwich Hamlets

James Goffin — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:17:49 +0000

Shakespeare’s most ponderous play serves as inspiration for five short performances in this joint community project from Norwich Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Hamilton: An American Musical

James Goffin — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 22:58:39 +0000

It seems spectacularly unlikely that a musical about establishing the fledging United States’ financial system would become a worldwide hit – but somehow that is (sort of) the story of Hamilton.

The Midnight Bell

James Goffin — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:15:56 +0000

The Midnight Bell offers a seductive slice of 1930s Soho, served up through Matthew Bourne’s signature sharply characterised dance.

The Exoplanets

James Goffin — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 22:23:18 +0000

This world premiere performance mixed music and science in a high concept but very human production that took us to the outer reaches of space, and the inner lives of its protagonists.

Fiddler on the Roof

James Goffin — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 22:34:59 +0000

It might sound slightly odd to say that a musical focuses on the music – but not every one does.

The Sleeping Beauty

James Goffin — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 22:00:31 +0000

This showcase for young talent offers a new take on The Sleeping Beauty, swapping woodland slumber for cryogenic freezing and a prince for an iPad-wielding arctic explorer.

You could be in panto: oh yes, you could!

James Goffin — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:09:56 +0000

Norwich Theatre is on the lookout for budding performers to be a part of the junior ensemble for its 2025 panto, Cinderella.

Les Misérables – Let the People Sing

James Goffin — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:26:00 +0000

The story of punishment, redemption, and rebellion has become a worldwide phenomenon since its debut in Paris in 1980, and this week’s run in Norwich shows why.

Ballet BC

James Goffin — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 22:53:13 +0000

An imposing group of hooded figures clamber from the auditorium on to the stage in the first of this double bill of performances by Ballet BC.

Jane Eyre

James Goffin — Tue, 20 May 2025 23:24:02 +0000

The delight is in the detail in this stirring and emotional ballet adaptation of Brontë’s Jane Eyre.

Dear Evan Hansen

James Goffin — Tue, 13 May 2025 22:56:57 +0000

Ten years on from its debut this modern and original musical has garnered a dedicated following – and an incredibly talented cast.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

James Goffin — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:29:49 +0000

The coat of many colours is back and as splendid as ever in this touring production of the show that launched Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s careers.

Ghost Stories

James Goffin — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:04:45 +0000

Genuine scares and some slick theatrics make for a brilliantly entertaining and spine-chilling evening of the supernatural in the aptly named Ghost Stories.

Calamity Jane

James Goffin — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 22:35:10 +0000

Grab a sarsaparilla and settle in for a 50s flashback with this all-singing, all-dancing stage adaptation of Calamity Jane.

Picture You Dead

James Goffin — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 23:11:32 +0000

Detective Roy Grace is drawn into the dark underbelly of the art world in this new stage adventure for Peter James’ well-mannered sleuth.

Lay Down Your Burdens

James Goffin — Fri, 28 Mar 2025 23:32:57 +0000

The British boozer takes on a new dimension with captivating results in Rhiannon Faith’s immersive dance meets therapy show.