The days are longer, the drinks are colder, and the urge to actually get out of the house is real. If you’re staring at your calendar wondering how to fill those warm summer nights, look no further, as we have some incredible shows, vibrant parties, and the absolute best garden vibes in the city.
Celebrate Pride in Style
Party all day long with our Norwich Pride celebrations on Saturday, 25 July.
Pride Drag Brunch
Kick the day off with the best wake-up call at our Pride Drag Brunch in Norwich Theatre Royal’s in-house restaurant Prelude. You will be hosted by the fabulous Stealia Jobs and The Duke for a musical-themed feast. Mimosa anyone?
Continue the party
After brunch, do not go home! From 12 noon, head straight over to the Theatre Royal’s Long Bar. We are hosting a massive afternoon of completely free live acts. The lineup is huge with performances from Stealia Jobs, Ell, Blakewell Tart, Destiny Collin, Austin Tism, Lady Sylva, Beau K, Constellate, The Duke, Titianna Marie, Mia Mann and Kylie M’Hoe.
Plus, the team behind the bar will be shaking up some exclusive, Pride-themed cocktails and mocktails.
Go behind the scenes at Open Day
Looking for some unique Sunday plans? Come along to Open Day on 26 July at Norwich Theatre Royal. You’ll get to tag along with our brilliant guides, peek into the dressing rooms, and even stand right out on the main stage to see what the actors see. Top tip for history buffs: make sure you carve out some time to visit the archives section.
Eyes Down for Drag Bingo
Mark Saturday 15 August in your diaries right now for a top night out with your friends at Norwich Theatre Playhouse’s Drag Bingo. Hosted by Will Power and Knuckle Sandwich, this is going to be an absolute riot. Expect fierce looks, hilarious comedy, and chaotic competition.
Soak Up the Rays in the Playhouse Garden
When the afternoon sunshine hits just right, our absolute favourite spot in the city is the Playhouse Garden. It has the best, most relaxed atmosphere for a lazy summer afternoon. Grab your mates, find a sun-soaked bench, order a chilled drink from the bar, and just sit back and watch the world go by. Honestly, when the weather behaves, there is nowhere else you’d rather be.
What’s on stage this summer
The summer vibes continue inside our auditoriums. From West End blockbusters to stunning contemporary dance, our summer lineup is packed with unforgettable nights out. Here is what you need to add to your diaries right now
Selene | 12 Jul | Norwich Theatre Stage Two
If you love beautiful, thought-provoking theatre, this is the one for you. It’s a radical, modern explosion of an ancient moon myth from the award-winning creators behind HELIOS and ORPHEUS. It’s a wild, stunning look at the light and dark sides of human nature.
Daliso Chaponda: Topical Storm | 29 Jul | Norwich Theatre Playhouse
If you just need a really good laugh, this is perfect. The Britain’s Got Talent star is back with a hilarious, explosive stand-up show that looks at how the news cycle polarises us all. He asks if we’d be better off ditching social media and going back to drawing on cave walls, which makes for brilliant comedy.
La traviata | 31 Jul – 2 Aug | Norwich Theatre Royal
For a touch of luxury, do not miss this one. This new production transports you straight into the glamour of nineteenth-century Parisian high society. It features an incredible cast, the breathtaking soprano Alexandra Nowakowski, and a full live orchestra bringing Verdi’s beautiful, devastating romance to life.
Sung in Italian with English surtitles for the authentic opera experience.
Amazons | 1 Aug | Norwich Theatre Stage Two
This show was a total sell-out at the Edinburgh Fringe, and for good reason. It’s a powerful, mesmerising show that reminds us the Amazon is a real place full of incredible women, not just an online shopping site. It follows a woman named Gayara as she live-streams from a UK flat while unearthing the untold history of her ancestors’ defence of their land.
Matilda the Musical | 6 Aug – 6 Sep
This is the summer blockbuster you cannot skip. With unforgettable, catchy songs by Tim Minchin, this is the absolute perfect choice for a summer night out where you want to be a little bit naughty. It’s a magical evening whether you’re a lifelong Roald Dahl fan or someone who just loves a good musical.
For more information or to book, visit norwichtheatre.org or call the Box Office on 01603 630 000.
