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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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Musical Makers (18+ Adults)

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Mon 4 May - Mon 22 Jun 2026

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50+ Movers

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Tue 5 May - Tue 30 Jun 2026

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Story Time Adventure

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Tue 5 May - Tue 7 Jul 2026

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Richmond Sings! (Richmond Theatre Choir) - May

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Richmond Theatre

Tue 5 May - Tue 26 May 2026

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The Singalong Songbook

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Stockton Globe

Tue 5 May 2026

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School of Clowns Course

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 6 May 2026

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Class Act - Acting Class for ages 50+ May

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Richmond Theatre

Wed 6 May - Wed 20 May 2026

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Waterside Singers

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Wed 6 May - Wed 20 May 2026

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An Evening of Mediumship with Psychic Tony Stockwell

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Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury

Wed 6 May 2026

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Sue, Matt & Phil Live! The Reunion Tour

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Tour, 2 Venues for Sue, Matt & Phil Live! The Reunion Tour

Wed 6 May - Sun 10 May 2026

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Cellar Door Theatre Co.presents The Fastest Clock in the Universe

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Studio at New Wimbledon Theatre

Wed 6 May - Sat 9 May 2026

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Unleashed - Angela Beardmore School of Dance

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Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent

Thu 7 May - Sat 9 May 2026

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David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

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Tour, 2 Venues for David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

Thu 7 May - Fri 15 May 2026

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Hamza Yassin: My Life Behind The Lens

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Tour, 5 Venues for Hamza Yassin: My Life Behind The Lens

Thu 7 May - Mon 25 May 2026

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Story-time and Twirling Toddlers with Little Supernovas - Magic Paintbrush

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Richmond Theatre

Fri 8 May 2026

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Musical Storytime - Gnome Says Go Home!

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Theatre Royal Glasgow

Fri 8 May 2026

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Age is a Stage

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Fri 8 May - Fri 10 Jul 2026

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SOT Classics - BBC Philharmonic - When in Rome...

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Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent

Fri 8 May 2026

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Backstage Tours

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Sat 9 May - Sat 30 May 2026

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American Superslam Wrestling

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Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent

Sat 9 May 2026

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Drag Bingo

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Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

Sat 9 May 2026

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Bristol Hippodrome Community Choir

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Bristol Hippodrome

Tue 12 May - Tue 15 Dec 2026

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Get Technical! Behind The Curtain of Moulin Rouge! The Musical

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Piccadilly Theatre

Tue 12 May 2026

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Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical - Touch Tour

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Woking Theatre

Tue 12 May 2026

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