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UK theatres aren’t just for plays, there's also an exciting range of non-show events. From backstage tours and Q&A sessions with cast and creatives to workshops, talks, book launches, and exhibitions, there’s always something happening behind the scenes. Perfect for culture lovers and curious minds, these experiences offer a fresh way to connect with theatre beyond the spotlight.

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Backstage Tours

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Until Sat 30 May 2026

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Skip's Family Workshop - Mary Poppins

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Sat 16 May 2026

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Public Venue Tour

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Sunderland Empire

Sat 16 May - Sat 20 Jun 2026

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CTG presents Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People

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Studio at New Wimbledon Theatre

Sat 16 May 2026

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Keith and Marj: Us, Pots and A Welsh Chapel

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Tour, 2 Venues for Keith and Marj: Us, Pots and A Welsh Chapel

Sat 16 May - Sat 13 Jun 2026

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Gymfusion

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Sun 17 May 2026

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Scottish Opera - The Marriage of Figaro - Touch Tour

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Theatre Royal Glasgow

Sun 17 May 2026

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ICONS OF THE WEST END

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Woking Theatre

Sun 17 May 2026

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Connect Theatre Company

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Sunderland Empire

Mon 18 May 2026

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Palace Theatre Tour

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Palace Theatre Manchester

Mon 18 May - Mon 22 Jun 2026

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50+ Movers

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Tue 19 May - Tue 30 Jun 2026

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Richmond Sings! (Richmond Theatre Choir) - May

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Richmond Theatre

Tue 19 May - Tue 26 May 2026

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Class Act

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Sunderland Empire

Tue 19 May 2026

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Youth Choir (Apr/May)

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Stockton Globe

Tue 19 May 2026

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Class Act - Acting Class for ages 50+ May

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Richmond Theatre

Wed 20 May 2026

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Dance Fit

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Sunderland Empire

Wed 20 May 2026

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Waterside Singers

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Wed 20 May 2026

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Movers Ballet and Contemporary Dance

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Sunderland Empire

Thu 21 May - Fri 22 May 2026

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Step into Richmond - Adult Dance Class May

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Richmond Theatre

Fri 22 May 2026

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Age is a Stage

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Fri 22 May - Fri 10 Jul 2026

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Community Chorus

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Sunderland Empire

Fri 22 May 2026

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Barnum - Touch Tour

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Woking Theatre

Fri 22 May 2026

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Backstage Tours

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Sat 23 May - Sat 11 Jul 2026

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Public Venue Tour

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Liverpool Empire

Sat 23 May - Fri 6 Nov 2026

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