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The lovingly restored 18th century Theatre Royal is one of the best touring venues in the country, attracting major touring dramas, operas, ballet, West End musicals and of course the annual pantomime. Nottingham Playhouse emcompasses timeless classics, enchanting family shows made in Nottingham as well as visiting dance, comedy and theatre. The Lace Market Theatre is a small amateur theatre which has a good reputation for its varied programme of modern and traditional drama, comedy and musicals. Lakeside Arts Centre is the University of Nottingham’s public arts centre, presenting an eclectic programme of music, dance, theatre, visual art and family events. The Nottingham Arts Theatre supports training and development of the performing arts and features an eight-show season of resident company productions, as well as hosting visiting dance, theatre and operatic companies. The Nottingham Arts Theatre is a dedicated community theatre run by a dedicated group of volunteers and has an in house theatre company that regularly presents plays and musicals. They also stage joint productions and host a number visiting dance, theatre and operatic companies. Across the county Everything from traditional panto to avant-garde theatre can be found. Mansfield’s Palace Theatre, Newark’s Palace and Retford’s Majestic and Worksop’s Regal Arts Centre are all popular night-spots. Nottinghamshire County Council's Stages programme presents a host of drama, dance and music for all ages, from small scale touring companies to large scale productions. They are currently exploring theatre in unusual sites; recent venues have included public toilets and someones living room! Outdoor performances And what better way to pass a summer evening than with an outdoor theatre performance? Newstead Abbey and Rufford Abbey in Rufford Country Park both host outdoor theatre events, and the Thoresby Riding Hall provides an unusual venue at the heart of the Dukeries. Finally, the annual Shakespeare in the Park festival is the place to see Hollywood actors performing the great bard’s finest works in the splendid open-air setting of Nottingham Castle grounds. If you're staying over in the city then check out our list of approved Nottingham hotels. Nottinghamshire and Sherwood Forest are great options for UK family holidays and our Robin Hood breaks website has everything you need. For that home away from home try our range of Nottingham bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) or our approved Nottingham holiday cottages. For weekend or short break packages, check out our brand new Nottingham breaks website for deals on Nottingham city breaks Nottingham family breaks and holidays Nottingham stag party Nottingham hen party Nottingham activity breaks < back to Entertainment
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