Theatre picks

Fill your diaries with Sheffield theatre trips. Our theatre picks feature highlights of the shows that are taking to the stage in Sheffield in the coming weeks and months.

Our theatre picks range from musicals at the Lyceum to contemporary drama at the Crucible and improv at Theatre Deli. Expect exciting new talent at the University of Sheffield Drama Studio and the Makerspace within historic Portland Works, plus comedy and am-dram at the likes of The Montgomery, the Library Theatre and the Lantern.

Browse our What's On calendar for more events.

Toad King

Tue. 21 July 2026

Alder

An enchanting and absurd queer remix of traditional Scottish traveller and Grimm folk tales. Brought to the stage through live storytelling and music.

Growtheatre Summer Camp

Tue. 28 July 2026 — Thu. 23 July 2026

Sheffield Botanical Gardens

An outdoor drama camp for young people entering school years 3 to 8. Three days of imagination, play and drama skills in the beautiful surroundings of Sheffield Botanical Gardens.

Threads of Unity – South Asian Dance, Music, Food and Fashion

Sat. 25 July 2026

Millennium Gallery

Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month with dance and music performances alongside food and activity stalls from Sunrit Culture Group.

Future Now Festival of Creativity

Wed. 1 April 2026 — Fri. 31 July 2026

An annual showcase of work by Sheffield Hallam University’s graduating artists, designers, filmmakers, animators, writers, architects and performers.

Handlebards: Macbeth

Fri. 31 July 2026

Heeley People's Park, View Road, S2 3DJ

A hilarious, high-octane, outdoor production of Shakespeare like you’ve never seen before. Forget the tears and tragedy, the Handlebards' Macbeth is chock full of mishaps, mayhem and mirth. Suitable for all ages.