# Theatre in Portsmouth | Plays, Drama & Show Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Find theatre in Portsmouth — plays, drama, musicals and stage shows. Browse the latest productions by date and venue and book your tickets.
- **Category**: Theatre
- **Display Name**: Theatre events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Attending a theatre workshop could be tremendous fun and an absolute stress buster. Be it improv, musicals, open mics, screening or performing arts in Portsmouth, we have got it all covered. If you wish to step into the world of theatre and want to learn acting or storytelling, you can even register for theatre workshops happening in Portsmouth. Express and Impress and Collaborate with the theatre artists and hone your skills by simply attending a few theatre events every week or during weekends. Find out the best theatre events in Portsmouth. You will be surprised to find yourself locked in a laughter riot with your friends.

## Theatre Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: Theatre Royal, Portsmouth
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 01:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/theatre-royal-portsmouth/200030565412732
  - **Venue**: Theatre Royal
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, trips-adventures, kids
- **Event Name**: THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW
  - **Description**: After over 150 sold out performances last year, Ray Bubbles is bringing his soap bubble extravaganza to Portsmouth in October as part of his 200 date European tour.

The Ultimate Bubble Show has been the most booked bubble show by theatres in the UK &
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Mon Oct 26 2026 at 12:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/the-ultimate-bubble-show/200030474676306
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, parties, comedy, entertainment, science-fair
- **Event Name**: My Life In Musicals - Portsmouth
  - **Description**: John is bringing his love of musical theatre to shows around the country in 2026!  After the fantastic success of his Laid Bare and Camp as Christmas tours, 2026 will see more concert performances to delight lovers of muscals!  Tickets are on sale now!
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/my-life-in-musicals-portsmouth/200030466708247
  - **Venue**: New Theatre Royal
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- **Event Name**: Swan Lake
  - **Description**: A Timeless Ballet with Exquisite Dancing
Featuring a Full Live Orchestra

After last year’s triumphant success, Imperial Classical Ballet® is proud to return to the UK with their breathtaking production of Swan Lake.
A Story of Love, Betrayal, and Redempt
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  - **Date**: Wed Nov 11 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/swan-lake/200029874193818
  - **Venue**: Theatre Royal
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, live-music, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert at Portsmouth Guildhall
  - **Date**: Mon Dec 14 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon Dec 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/disneys-the-muppet-christmas-carol-in-concert-at-portsmouth-guildhall/2400029997746500
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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  - **Categories**: Concerts, Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Luther UK
  - **Description**: Get ready for an electrifying tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross! Starring Harry Cambridge, this spectacular stage show brings Luther’s smooth vocals, iconic hits, and soulful magic to life.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 17
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/luther-uk/200030489985858
  - **Venue**: Albert Rd, PO5 2 Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Disney Princess - The Concert
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsDisney Princess - The Concert has 38 upcoming events.Note: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of
  - **Date**: Thu Mar 18 2027 at 07:00 pm – Thu Mar 18 2027 at 09:00 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/disney-princess-the-concert/210002315314107
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: That'll Be Christmas - Portsmouth - Kings Theatre
  - **Description**: That’ll Be Christmas is back with a brand-new version of the beloved show to bring you all your favourite festive classics in one spectacular, feel-good evening!
As the longest running touring theatre Christmas show, That’ll Be Christmas delivers a joyful
  - **Date**: Mon Dec 07 2026 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Kings Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, comedy
- **Event Name**: Dave Collison's Roy Orbison Tribute & Human Jukebox Show @ Fratton RBL, Portsmouth
  - **Description**: Get ready for a fantastic night at Fratton Royal British Legion with Dave's Roy Orbison & Human Jukebox! Prepare to be serenaded by the legendary sounds of the 'Big O' as Dave delivers all the classic hits you love, live and with passion. Join us for
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 08:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/dave-collisons-roy-orbison-tribute-and-human-jukebox-show-fratton-rbl-portsmouth/200030649397805
  - **Venue**: Royal British Legion Portsmouth South Club
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- **Event Name**: ‘ The Presentation ’
  - **Description**: ‘ The Presentation’ a two-hander play by Roger Goldsmith at the Barn Studio Theatre on 1st, 2nd,3rd October 7-30pm with a matinee at 2-30pm on Saturday 3rd. 

Delighted that the Project has been awarded Arts Council Funding support. @acegrams 

A personal
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/‘-the-presentation/200030287546756
  - **Venue**: The Barn Studio Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, literary-art
- **Event Name**: The Presentation  (A Play by Roger Goldsmith)
  - **Description**: 'A raw, tender story, of connection, courage, and the power of finding your own voice, in a play of humour, heartbreak and hope'
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 07:30 pm – Thu Oct 01 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/the-presentation-a-play-by-roger-goldsmith/200030547022453
  - **Venue**: The Barn Studio Theatre, Milton Park, Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Still Life “Movy”: A one-woman archaeodrama
  - **Description**: Hear buried secrets become unearthed in a one-woman archaeodrama carefully excavating the archaeology of a WW1 submarine chaser "Movy" ML286About this EventHear buried secrets become unearthed in Dr Taylor’s one-woman arc
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Oct 31 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/still-life-movy-a-one-woman-archaeodrama/100001999083129454
  - **Venue**: English Heritage - Royal Garrison Church
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

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  - **Venue**: Stamshaw and Tipner Community Centre
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- **Event Name**: Michael Ball at Portsmouth Guildhall
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
- **Event Name**: Great South Run 2026
  - **Description**: Yup I did get caught up in the hype of GSR day (despite the weather) and have signed up for next year! 
Great South Run 2026 - 10 mile race around Portsmouth


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  - **Venue**: Pyramids Centre, Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Great South Run Weekend
  - **Description**: The legendary 10-mile running event is back for another year! All running enthusiasts aged 16+ are invited to participate in this unforgettable event taking place on Sunday, 18 October 2026.

You set off on the glorious seafront, breathing in the sea air,
  - **Venue**: Avenue de Caen, Southsea, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Phil Wang at Portsmouth Guildhall
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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  - **Description**: InformationTHE BOOTLEG BEATLES IN CONCERT 2025-2026. Following the triumph of their last concert celebrating the songs of the Beatles' iconic five films, The Bootleg Beatles return this year with their focus on another Famous Five. This
  - **Venue**: Kings Theatre Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Avatar's the Last Airbender - Film with Live Orchestra
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsAvatar - The Last Airbender has 14 upcoming events.Note: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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- **Event Name**: DON BROCO, unpeople, Ando San in Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience DON BROCO Live at Portsmouth Guildhall on Thursday, October 8, 2026! 🎤
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  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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An Orchestral Tribute to Tim Burton & Dark Fantasy by Moonlight – An enchanting live performance of whimsical
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Guildhall
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## Browse Theatre Events by Date

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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Theatre Royal, Portsmouth (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 01:30 pm at Theatre Royal), THE ULTIMATE BUBBLE SHOW (Mon Oct 26 2026 at 12:00 pm at Portsmouth Guildhall), My Life In Musicals - Portsmouth (Sat Oct 24 2026 at 07:30 pm at New Theatre Royal), Swan Lake (Wed Nov 11 2026 at 07:30 pm at Theatre Royal), Disney's The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert at Portsmouth Guildhall (Mon Dec 14 2026 at 07:00 pm at Portsmouth Guildhall).
- **Q**: What are the top free Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Still Life “Movy”: A one-woman archaeodrama (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 06:00 pm at English Heritage - Royal Garrison Church).
- **Q**: How can I find Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Theatre events in Portsmouth on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Theatre events in Portsmouth include Theatre Royal, Portsmouth Guildhall, New Theatre Royal.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Theatre events in Portsmouth include Dinosaur Adventure Live, Paris Bubbles Entertainment, John Scot Barrowman MBE.
- **Q**: Are there any online Theatre events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Theatre events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Theatre events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Follow the Theatre category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Theatre events are listed in Portsmouth.

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