Event Guides
Field notes and practical guides from the tickts desk, filed under event guides.
Event Guides
184 guidesGuide to Pantomime Season Across the UK
Everything you need to know about pantomime season in the UK, from the biggest professional pantos to local amateur productions and family booking tips.
Best Regional Theatres Outside London
The UK's best regional theatres produce world-class work far from the West End. Discover outstanding venues from Manchester to Bristol, Leeds to Sheffield.
Guide to Immersive Theatre Experiences in the UK
Step inside the story with our guide to immersive theatre in the UK.
How to Get Cheap West End Tickets
Practical tips for getting affordable West End tickets, from day seats and lotteries to last-minute deals and off-peak discounts.
Guide to Outdoor Theatre Performances in the UK
From Shakespeare in the park to opera in stately home gardens, outdoor theatre is one of the great joys of the British summer.
Best Dance and Ballet Performances to See in the UK
From the Royal Ballet at Covent Garden to contemporary dance at Sadler's Wells…
Guide to Touring Productions Visiting UK Cities
Major touring productions bring West End and Broadway shows to theatres across the UK.
Best Opera Houses and Performances in the UK
From the Royal Opera House to Glyndebourne, the UK offers world-class opera in stunning settings.
Guide to UK Comedy Theatre and Farce
From classic farces with slamming doors to sharp modern comedies, UK theatre has a proud tradition of making audiences laugh.
The 20 Best Children's Theatre Shows to See in the UK (2026)
From magical adaptations of beloved books to interactive shows for toddlers, UK theatres offer wonderful performances for young audiences all year round.
Guide to Shakespeare Performances Across the UK
Shakespeare is performed more in the UK than anywhere else in the world.
Best Musical Theatre Shows Touring the UK
The biggest and best musicals regularly tour UK theatres, bringing West End spectacle to cities nationwide.