'Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts'…so begins the international award winning musical, Chicago, starring Ali Bastian as Roxie Hart, Stefan Booth as Billy Flynn, Tupele Dorgu as Velma Kelly, and Bernie Nolan as Matron ‘Mama’ Morton.... Read more >>
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'Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts'…so begins the international award winning musical, Chicago, starring Ali Bastian as Roxie Hart, Stefan Booth as Billy Flynn, Tupele Dorgu as Velma Kelly, and Bernie Nolan as Matron ‘Mama’ Morton.
Based on real life events back in the roaring 1920s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with Cell Block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly, they fight to keep from death row with the help of smooth talking lawyer, Billy Flynn.
Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score includes All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle. With 6 Tony, 2 Olivier, 1 Grammy, 2 Bafta and 6 Academy Awards, Chicago truly is 'The sharpest, slickest show on the block' (The Times).
A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin: it would be a crime to miss it.





We offer many facilities for people with disabilities and we will always endeavour to meet individual needs:
Up to eight wheelchair spaces per performances. Call 0131 524 3301 for availability
Wheelchair access & accessible toilet on circle level
Registered disabled concessions available at many performances
Sign interpreted & audio described performances for some shows
If you would like an audio brochure contact 0131 524 3301.
A Sennheiser infrared system for the hearing impaired. To obtain a headset, contact a duty manager on arrival.
Sign interpreted & audio described performances for some shows. For more information on how to book, call 0131 524 3301 (Mon – Fri/10am – 6pm).
Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome. Please tell the theatre when booking.
Wheelchair and accessible toilet on circle level.

The Edinburgh Playhouse is situated on Greenside Place, at the top of Leith Walk and close to the east end of Princes Street.
Book online: Use the links below
Telephone Booking: 0844 871 3014
Customer Service: 0844 871 7627
Groups Bookings: 0131 524 3301
Access Bookings: 0844 871 7677
Stage Door / Admin:* 0131 524 3324
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The Place
Official Hotel Partner of the Edinburgh Playhouse
York Place, Edinburgh
Theatre & Hotel Packages from £115 per person midweek and from £163 per person for 2 night weekend stay.
We are proud to be partnered with The Place, a luxury boutique townhouse hotel, located in the heart of Edinburgh and just minutes walk from the Playhouse.
The packages include pre-theatre dinner at the stylish hotel restaurant, accommodation in a superior room, show tickets & breakfast each morning.
Packages are available on most shows including Oliver!, The Phantom of the Opera and Dirty Dancing. For more information and to book visit the Corporate section on our website.
Stage Experience presents... Footloose
Now in its seventh year, and following in the footsteps of critically acclaimed productions including Oliver!, High School Musical, Fame and last year’s phenomenon, The Glee Club Experience, the Edinburgh Playhouse Stage Experience is looking for 120 of the city’s most talented performers for its production of Footloose this Summer.
We require:
Keyboard
2 Guitar players – must be able to play acoustic and electric
Electric Bass
Drums
Percussion
2 Reed Players
Other requirements:
Playing standard: Grade 6 + or equivalent
Excellent sight reading skills
Our band will need to be available for rehearsals from Saturday 21 July. Performances take place on 27 and 28 July.
To register for an audition please download a form here.
Alternatively, to receive a form by post, email your name and postal address to jobeale@theambassadors.com
Complete and return the form by 5 May. Auditions will take place on Saturday 12 May and we will contact you with an audition time during the preceding week.
We are also inviting applications for the role of Apprentice Musical Director for the production. For more information please contact us as above.
We have a range of packages that you can select to make your visit to the Playhouse even more memorable. These include champagne & drinks packages, dining & canapés, your own private bar, bespoke theatre tours and VIP experiences.
For more information please contact 0131 524 3321.


10+ £5 off the top 3 prices.
20+ £6 off the top 3 prices, plus 1 free ticket.
50+ £7 off the top 3 prices, plus 2 free tickets.
Excludes Friday Late/Saturday performances.