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Visiting Nottingham Playhouse: what to know before you go

Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF, Nottingham, United Kingdom

Nottingham Playhouse is a theatre building in Nottingham, open since 1963.

Of the 7 upcoming shows with a published time, 86% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 3 dates.

4 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop, Tram / light rail and Bus station); the nearest is Beastmarket Hill Bus Stops, 370 m away.

Nottingham Playhouse

Key facts

Type of venue
Theatre building
Opened
1963
Address
Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF, Nottingham, United Kingdom
Upcoming events
7
Usual start time
19:30

Nottingham Playhouse, month by month

  • November 20263 dates, including Ginger Johnson: Show Pony, Dylan Moran - Looking For Trouble and The Rachel Parris Songbook
  • January 20271 date, including Abi Clarke - Just Tell Me When It's Over
  • February 20271 date, including Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse
  • April 20271 date, including Julian Clary - Fully Dilated

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Comedy (6) and Plays & Musicals (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Beastmarket Hill Bus StopsBus stop370 m
    5 min walk
  • Lace Market tram stopTram / light rail750 m
    9 min walk
  • Victoria Bus StationBus station810 m
    10 min walk
  • National Express Coach Station Bay 14Bus station890 m
    11 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m from the venue.

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Nottingham Playhouse: practical questions

When did Nottingham Playhouse open?

Nottingham Playhouse opened in 1963.

What time do shows start at Nottingham Playhouse?

Usually at 19:30 (86% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to Nottingham Playhouse?

Beastmarket Hill Bus Stops (Bus stop), 370 m away – about 5 min on foot.

Can I park near Nottingham Playhouse?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 100 m away.

What kind of events does Nottingham Playhouse host?

Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (6) and Plays & Musicals (1).

Which month has the most events at Nottingham Playhouse?

November 2026, with 3 dates, including Ginger Johnson: Show Pony and Dylan Moran - Looking For Trouble.

Which other venues are close to Nottingham Playhouse?

Rock City (290 m), Royal Concert Hall Nottingham (410 m), Motorpoint Arena Nottingham (1.2 km) and Rescue Rooms. (380 m).

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