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Taskmaster stars among the unmissable Norwich shows now on sale

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02.06.2026

Norwich Theatre Royal

Acosta Danza Cuban Baroque | October 20 and 21, 2026

In this new work from the celebrated Acosta Danza, the lush artistry of the Baroque period intersects with the energy, creativity and vibrancy of Cuban dance. 

Emerging from the 17th and 18th centuries, the creative movement was characterised by deep colour, elaborate detail and intricate decoration.

Jeremy Bowen: Truth Under Fire | October 25, 2026

As the BBC's International Editor, Jeremy has spent 40 years covering more than 90 countries and 20 wars.

From El Salvador in 1989 to the frontlines today, he has interviewed world leaders, documented war crimes, been shot at and survived to tell the stories.

Jeremy Bowen: Truth Under Fire will be at Norwich Theatre Royal in October (Image: Norwich Theatre)

Sylvia | October 27 – 31, 2026 – Extra Date Added

The untold story of the rebellious middle child of Emmeline Pankhurst takes centre stage in this irresistible hip hop, funk and soul musical.

The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins | January 9, 2027

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy - but stand-up Sue is full of surprises.

In this show about stigma, humiliation and misunderstanding, Sue shares hilarious stories from behind the TV cameras.

Sue Perkins is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal next January (Image: Norwich Theatre)

Fascinating Aida | January 31, 2027

Devilishly funny and gloriously glamorous Dillie, Liza and Adèle, with Michael Roulston on piano, are back on the road following their hugely successful 40th Anniversary Tour.

With brand new songs generated by human neural networks and using their combined deep-learning age of 278 years, they have data-mined their back catalogue to bring audiences their greatest, most sensationally analogue show.

Before I Go To Sleep | March 23 – 27, 2027

Christine appears to have an idyllic life — with one terrible exception. Every night, when she goes to sleep, she loses her memory.

Every morning, she wakes up remembering nothing from the last 20 years of her life - not even the loving husband lying next to her.

As she desperately tries to piece her life back together, hidden and terrifying truths begin to emerge — forcing her to question everything and everyone around her.

Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble | April 25, 2027

A brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award-winning comedian & star of Black Books, Dylan Moran, who is looking for trouble.

BAFTA and Perrier award-winning comedian and star of Black Books, Dylan Moran, will be at Norwich Theatre Royal next April. (Image: Norwich Theatre)

The Hollow | May 4 – 8, 2027

Renowned detective Hercule Poirot expected a quiet break in the country, instead, he's drawn into one of the most unsettling cases of his career.

At The Hollow, an elegant country estate, a glamorous circle of guests gathers together one summer evening. But beneath the sunlit charm, something........

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