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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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Theatre Tours

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Bristol Hippodrome

Sat 15 Aug - Sat 29 Aug 2026

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Palace Theatre Tour

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Palace Theatre Manchester

Until Fri 2 Oct 2026

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The Secret Life of Fairies

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 26 Aug 2026

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Stage Side Sips

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 26 Aug 2026

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Backstage World Family Workshop

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Thu 27 Aug 2026

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Technical Theatre Workshop

Events, Family

New Theatre Oxford

Thu 27 Aug 2026

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Richmond Theatre - Guided Tour

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Season, 3 Shows for Richmond Theatre - Guided Tour

Thu 27 Aug - Sat 10 Oct 2026

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Scandal at the Stage Door

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Grand Opera House York

Thu 27 Aug 2026

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Theatre Productions presents Matilda Jr

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Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking

Fri 28 Aug - Sat 29 Aug 2026

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Building And Heritage Tours

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King's Theatre, Glasgow

Sat 29 Aug - Sat 17 Oct 2026

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Glorious Ghibli Workshop for Families

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Sat 29 Aug 2026

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The Prat Pack’s Back - Preview Shows

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Milton Keynes Theatre

Sun 30 Aug - Mon 31 Aug 2026

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50+ Movers

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Tue 1 Sep - Tue 1 Dec 2026

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Waterside Singers

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Wed 2 Sep - Wed 30 Sep 2026

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The Prat Pack's Back

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Tour, 4 Venues for The Prat Pack's Back

Wed 2 Sep - Fri 11 Sep 2026

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GK Barry: It's Giving Life

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Tour, 2 Venues for GK Barry: It's Giving Life

Thu 3 Sep - Sat 5 Sep 2026

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Suzannah Lipscomb & Kate Williams: To Kill A Queen

Events, Talk

Grand Opera House York

Fri 4 Sep 2026

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Once upon the Grand

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Grand Opera House York

Sat 5 Sep - Sat 7 Nov 2026

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Backstage Tours

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Sat 5 Sep 2026 - Sat 27 Mar 2027

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Public Venue Tour

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Liverpool Empire

Sat 5 Sep - Fri 6 Nov 2026

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Opera House Theatre Tour

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Opera House Manchester

Mon 7 Sep - Mon 12 Oct 2026

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Musical Makers (18+ Adults)

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Edinburgh Playhouse

Mon 7 Sep - Mon 30 Nov 2026

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Yotam Ottolenghi: Simple Too LIVE

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Tour, 3 Venues for Yotam Ottolenghi: Simple Too LIVE

Mon 7 Sep - Tue 8 Dec 2026

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School of Clowns Course

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Theatre Royal Brighton

Wed 9 Sep 2026

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