Milton Keynes Theatre
One of the region’s leading live entertainment venues, Milton Keynes Theatre showcases the best West End and touring productions from across the UK. Offering a wide and varied programme including first class dance, drama, musicals, opera, comedy and children’s shows.
Milton Keynes Theatre exclusives
Until Sun 12 Jan 2020
Aladdin
Jump aboard a high flying magical carpet headed for Old Peking and make tickets for this year’s spectacular <strong>Milton Keynes</strong> pantomime one of your three wishes!<p>Starring comedy legend <strong>Joe Pasquale</strong> as Wishee Washee, West End and television leading man <strong>Lee Mead</strong> as Aladdin, sensational panto Dame <strong>David Robbins</strong> and musical theatre rising star <strong>Tegan Bannister</strong>, this spectacular adventure features a beautiful love story, a wish-granting genie, a lamp packed full of spectacular family entertainment and a fabulous cast and orchestra
Wed 15 Jan - Sun 19 Jan 2020
The Snowman
When a young boy’s snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve, the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. They meet Father Christmas, dancing penguins, reindeer and crowds of The Snowman’s friends, but will they escape evil Jack Frost and get back home for Christmas morning?
Tue 21 Jan - Sat 25 Jan 2020
An Inspector Calls
When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences.
Tue 28 Jan - Sat 1 Feb 2020
Matthew Bourne’s Production of The Red Shoes
The Red Shoes is a tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a battleground between the two men who inspire her passion.
Mon 3 Feb 2020
Sandi Toksvig Live! National Trevor
Sandi Toksvig is touring her new, one-woman comedy show.
Tue 4 Feb - Sat 8 Feb 2020
Peter Pan Goes Wrong
Following their multi award-winning success with The Play That Goes Wrong and The Comedy About A Bank Robbery, Mischief Theatre return with their riotous spin on a timeless classic, the West End smash hit Peter Pan Goes Wrong.
Sun 9 Feb - Sun 13 Sep 2020
Jimmy Carr - Terribly Funny
Comedian Jimmy Carr knows that terrible things happen in life – but he believes the best way to cope is to make jokes about those events and not to worry about political correctness. His audiences have been warned.
Sun 16 Feb 2020
Josh Widdicombe - Bit Much...
'One of the most bankable talents in UK comedy' - Guardian Guide
Mon 17 Feb - Sat 22 Feb 2020
Once
Based on a cult 2006 Irish indie feature, originally shot on a micro-budget of just $160,000, it tells the uplifting yet yearning story of a part-time Dublin guitarist busker (who works by day in his dad's Hoover repair shop) who falls unexpectedly in love with a young Czech immigrant fellow musician. As we follow their relationship across five short days, big changes happen to both of them in little ways.
Tue 25 Feb - Sat 7 Mar 2020
The King and I
Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
Mon 9 Mar - Sat 14 Mar 2020
Kay Mellor's Band Of Gold
Following the huge, sell-out success of Fat Friends The Musical, Kay Mellor returns to Milton Keynes with a star studded world premiere stage production of her multi-award winning TV series Band of Gold.
Sun 15 Mar 2020
Foil, Arms & Hog - Swines
Ireland’s top sketch trio are back on tour with their new show Swines. With over 100 million hits, the group are best known for their online sketches, but it’s the live show where they really shine.
Tue 17 Mar - Sat 21 Mar 2020
The Sound of Music
One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage in this magnificent five star production to enchant the young and the young at heart.
Mon 23 Mar - Sat 28 Mar 2020
We Will Rock You
With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits and Ben Elton’s hilarious futuristic comedy writing combined, comes a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band’s legendary live performances. This global phenomenon will continue to be one of the most spectacular musicals to tour the United Kingdom & Ireland.
Sun 29 Mar 2020
The Glenn Miller Orchestra
“RAY’S IN THE MOOD” as the world’s GREATEST Big Band transports you back to the heady days and music of the 1940s - with the fabulous harmonies of the Moonlight Serenaders and the sublime vocals of Catherine Sykes and Mark Porter. Also joining us, with the sounds of the Andrews Sisters, are the Polka Dot Dolls.
Wed 1 Apr - Fri 3 Apr 2020
Welsh National Opera - Carmen
Jo Davies’ new production, set in the recent past, will bring all the passion and drama expected of this iconic opera.
Thu 2 Apr 2020
Welsh National Opera - The Marriage of Figaro
Through a series of twists and turns, The Marriage of Figaro will keep you guessing until the final scene, with Mozart’s sublime score brilliantly bringing the action to life.
Sat 4 Apr 2020
Welsh National Opera - Les Vepres Siciliennes
Based around true events which occurred in Sicily in 1282, Verdi’s grand opera features wonderful choruses and breath-taking arias, including the Bolero.
Sun 5 Apr 2020
That'll Be The Day
Prepare for a nostalgia extravaganza as the UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety performance returns with the BEST OF THAT’LL BE THE DAY!
Tue 7 Apr - Sat 11 Apr 2020
Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
Long before she was Carole King, the chart-topping music legend, she was an ordinary girl with an extraordinary talent.
Mon 13 Apr 2020
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2020
Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, <strong>Rumours of Fleetwood Mac</strong> offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time
Sun 19 Apr 2020
Rob Beckett - Wallop
It’s been a busy few years for the Mouth of the South and he’s coming to see you to fill you in and make you laugh.
Tue 21 Apr - Sat 25 Apr 2020
Cabaret
It’s 1931, Berlin is a haven of divine decadence and the legendary Sally Bowles is about to take the stage at the infamous Kit Kat Klub…
Sun 26 Apr 2020
Kevin Clifton & Joanne Clifton - Burn The Floor
Kevin Clifton is back with the Burn the Floor cast in 2020…and this time Kevin will be joined by his sister Joanne Clifton!
Tue 28 Apr - Sat 2 May 2020
Northern Ballet - Cinderella
Escape into an enchanting winter wonderland with Northern Ballet’s beautiful reimagining of Cinderella.
Sun 3 May 2020
You Win Again - Celebrating the Music of The Bee Gees
Are you ready for some Night Fever?
Mon 4 May 2020
What's Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner
What's Love Got To Do With It? is the joyous new show celebrating the music of the incredible Tina Turner.
Tue 5 May - Sat 9 May 2020
Derren Brown: Showman
Derren Brown returns to the stage with his brand-new live show!
Sun 10 May 2020
The Sensational 60s Experience
With a brand new production for 2019 celebrating our tenth anniversary. The Sensational 60’s Experience brings you a three hour 60’s spectacular of pure nostalgia. The show with the definite feel-good factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960’s.
Wed 13 May - Sat 16 May 2020
Romesh Ranganathan - The Cynic’s Mixtape
Romesh Ranganathan is back with a brand-new show, The Cynic's Mixtape, and it’s his most brutally honest show yet.
Fri 15 May 2020
Russell Watson - 20th Anniversary of The Voice
Singing sensation <strong>Russell Watson</strong> performs an intimate concert of career highlights
Mon 18 May 2020
Menopause The Musical 2
In our brand-new show, Cruising Through Menopause, the hysterical sequel to the smash-hit show Menopause The Musical®, we fast forward five years to catch up with the same four ladies as they set off on the high seas for tales of their lives, loves and losses.
Wed 20 May - Thu 21 May 2020
Peppa Pig's Best Day Ever
Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it’s going to be her best day ever!
Fri 22 May 2020
The Magic of Motown
Prepare yourself for 40 back-to-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert experience.
Sat 23 May 2020
Showaddywaddy
'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World' is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they recently celebrated their 40th anniversary.
Sun 24 May 2020
The Illegal Eagles
Following continued public demand the World’s Official No.1 tribute to the legendary rock band return in 2020!
Tue 26 May 2020
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra
Musical master of ceremonies Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra return with their Autumn/Winter UK tour. Renowned as one of the UK’s most popular tours, now in its 24th year, the shows will this year feature many special guests.
Wed 27 May 2020
Craig Revel Horwood - The All Balls And Glitter Tour
The star of BBC1’s Strictly Come Dancing is taking to the road with his debut solo tour!
Thu 28 May 2020
A Country Night in Nashville
With songs including Ring Of Fire, Crazy, Follow Your Arrow, It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere, Need you Now, 9-5, and The Gambler to name just a few, this incredible celebration of country music is a night not to be missed.
Fri 29 May - Sun 31 May 2020
Riverdance - The New 25th Anniversary Show
The 25th Anniversary show catapults Riverdance into the 21st century and will completely immerse you in the extraordinary and elemental power of its music and dance.
Tue 9 Jun - Sat 13 Jun 2020
The Birthday Party
Harold Pinter’s comedy of menace gets a dramatic new re-imagining.
Sun 14 Jun 2020
The Last Night of the Spring Proms
Uplifting classics crowned with a Great British Proms finale
Mon 29 Jun - Sat 4 Jul 2020
Footloose
City boy Ren thinks life is bad enough when he's forced to move to a rural backwater in America. But his world comes to a standstill when he arrives at Bomont to find dancing and rock music are banned. Taking matters into his own hands, soon Ren has all hell breaking loose and the whole town on its feet.
Tue 14 Jul - Sat 18 Jul 2020
Heathers The Musical
Following two smash hit record breaking London West End seasons, Heathers The Musical embarks on its first national tour.
Tue 6 Oct - Sat 17 Oct 2020
Dreamgirls
Let your soul sing with the dazzling multi-award winning Dreamgirls in 2020!
Tue 20 Oct - Sat 24 Oct 2020
Strictly Ballroom
Strictly Ballroom the Musical, based on the award-winning world-wide film phenomenon, is heading out to tour the UK and Ireland!
Wed 4 Nov - Sat 7 Nov 2020
Billionaire Boy
From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny and Horrible Histories comes this amazing new production of David Walliams' best-selling story!
Mon 23 Nov - Sat 28 Nov 2020
The Commitments
The Commitments is a fantastically feel good celebration of soul. Returning to tour the UK and Ireland 5 years after a phenomenally successful, record breaking run in London’s West End and subsequent sell-out tour. The Commitments is based on the BAFTA award-winning film classic.
Sat 12 Dec 2020 - Sat 9 Jan 2021
Jack and The Beanstalk
Starring Britain’s Got Talent winners, Street Dance sensations Ashley Banjo & Diversity, Jack and the Beanstalk will be a GIANT adventure for all the family!