WHAT'S ON AT THE PLAYHOUSE, LIVERPOOL
What's On at the Playhouse, Liverpool
Here you will find what's on at the Liverpool Playhouse, which opened as a music hall in 1866 in Williamson Square as the Star Concert Hall attracting the likes of Robert Donat, Michael Redgrave, Noel Coward, Richard Burton, Patricia Routledge, Anthony Hopkins, and Richard Briers throughout its time.
After a brief time as Liverpool Repertory Theatre, it was renamed Liverpool Playhouse in 1916 and, today, the 637 capacity theatre is home to touring drama productions, comedians and "in conversation" events.
Here you will find what's on at the Liverpool Playhouse, which opened as a music hall in 1866 in Williamson Square as the Star Concert Hall attracting the likes of Robert Donat, Michael Redgrave, Noel Coward, Richard Burton, Patricia Routledge, Anthony Hopkins, and Richard Briers throughout its time.
After a brief time as Liverpool Repertory Theatre, it was renamed Liverpool Playhouse in 1916 and, today, the 637 capacity theatre is home to touring drama productions, comedians and "in conversation" events.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Playhouse, Liverpool
What's On at the Playhouse, Liverpool
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
The Playhouse Auditorium
Tuesday 9 December 2025 - Saturday 3 January 2026
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...The Jury Experience: Death on the Port Side
Playhouse, Liverpool
Sunday 21 December 2025 - Sunday 1 February 2026
? You?ve been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide? guilty or not guilty? ? Murder #3: Four friends were on a speed boat...Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Playhouse, Liverpool
Friday 9 January - Saturday 23 May 2026
? Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty has arrived in Liverpool! This beloved tale is brought to life through classical dance, stunning choreography, and beautiful glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beau...Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 January 2026
Starring Tom Chambers (Father Brown, Strictly Come Dancing) as Inspector Morse, in the first-ever stage adaptation of the iconic detective. ITV's long-running Inspector Morse, hailed by Radio Times as 'The greatest British crime series of a...The Jury Experience - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price
Playhouse, Liverpool
Sunday 25 January - Friday 22 May 2026
? You?ve been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide? guilty or not guilty? ? Moral Dilemma #1: A self-driving car swerved t...Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
Playhouse, Liverpool
Friday 13 February - Thursday 11 June 2026
? After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella! This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-dark costumes. Get your tickets for Ballet of Lights: Ci...A Squash and A Squeeze
Playhouse, Liverpool
Monday 16 - Saturday 21 February 2026
A musical adaptation of the best-selling book for ages 3-8. Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze - written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on ...The Woman in Black
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 24 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Unanimously acclaimed by the critics, The Woman in Black combines the power and intensity of live theatre with a cinematic quality inspired by the world of film noir. The formula delivers an evening of unremitting drama, transporting the ...Edy Hurst's Comedy Version of War of the Worlds
Playhouse, Liverpool
Wednesday 4 - Saturday 7 March 2026
Edy Hurst's Comedy Version of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of H.G. Wells' Literary Version (Via Orson Welles' Radio Version & Steven Spielberg's Film Version) of the War of the Worlds. If you're not on board from the title, I don't know how...The Constant Wife
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 March 2026
David Pugh and Cunard present The Royal Shakespeare Company productionPrior to London's West End THE CONSTANT WIFEBy Laura WadeBased on the comedy by W Somerset Maugham 1927. Constance is a very unhappy woman. "Nonsense" says her mothe...Prima Facie
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 March 2026
Jodie Comer's (Killing Eve) Olivier, Evening Standard, Whatsonstage and Tony award-winning performance in Suzie Miller's gripping one-woman Olivier award-winning play returns to theatres in a unique and limited national tour. Tessa is a you...The Shawshank Redemption
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 31 March - Saturday 4 April 2026
Despite protests of his innocence, Andy Dufresne is handed a double life sentence for the brutal murders of his wife and her lover. Incarcerated in the notorious Shawshank facility, he quickly learns that no one can survive alone. Andy stri...Zog
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 7 - Saturday 11 April 2026
Presented by Freckle Productions in association with Rose Theatre Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Large in size and keen in nature, Zog is eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragon's school, where dragons learn all ...Double Indemnity
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 14 - Saturday 18 April 2026
Hollywood icon Mischa Barton (The O.C.) makes her UK stage debut in Double Indemnity, the gripping adaptation of one of the greatest crime novels of the 20th Century - the story that inspired Billy Wilder's film noir classic. Los Angeles, 1...Single White Female
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 28 April - Saturday 2 May 2026
Based on the iconic 90's psychological thriller, the world premiere stage production of Single White Female is a bold and modern reimagining of the best-selling book and hit movie, that coined a phrase and led a generation to fear a stilett...
The Spy Who Came in from the Cold (PG)
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 May 2026
★★★★ "Not just the most authentic Cold War film, but also one of the best, this gritty adaptation of John le Carre's gruelling novel finally offered Richard Burton a role worthy of his wonderfully world-weary style, after years wast...The Dinosaur That Pooped
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 May 2026
When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or ...BOST Musicals Present: Follies
Playhouse, Liverpool
Friday 5 - Saturday 6 June 2026
On the eve of the demolition of the Weissman Theatre, its former showgirls and stars gather in its decaying auditorium for one last reunion. Older, wiser and with experiences beyond the glamour of the stage, memories are...Malory Towers
Playhouse, Liverpool
Tuesday 16 - Saturday 20 June 2026
Emma Rice Company's 'magic' Malory Towers (Guardian) is touring the UK again. Get ready for high jinks, high drama and high spirits, all set to sensational live music. Darrell Rivers is starting school with an eager mind...Little Shop of Horrors
