David Olusoga: A Gun Through Time

16 November 2025

Have you ever considered how a single weapon could change the course of history? What stories lie behind the guns that shaped empires, wars, and even criminal underworlds? How did these firearms influence not just battles, but entire societies?

Merlin

12 November 2025 - 15 November 2025

Two kingdoms at war. A pair of star-crossed lovers. One boy with a whole lot of magic.

Discover how the world’s most famous sorcerer mastered his powers in the epic adventure you’ve been waiting for.

Here & Now

14 April 2026 - 19 April 2026

Happiness is only a heartbeat away with HERE & NOW, the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon, Steps.

Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

22 July 2025

As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland OBE has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the world, including Eric Clapton, the late George Harrison and Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King.

Rhys Darby

7 June 2025

The Kiwi icon returns to the stage with a brand new stand-up show for 2025.

NNOS – For One Week Only – Book Launch

11 January 2025

“For one week only” celebrates the Norfolk and Norwich Operatic Society’s rich history and the company’s relationship with the Norwich Theatre Royal over the past century.

Darcey Bussell and Dr Peter Lovatt

22 February 2025

Join Dame Darcey Bussell and Dr. Peter Lovatt for a glittering evening of conversation and movement, exploring the art and science of dance.

Nina Conti: Whose Face Is It Anyway?

10 March 2026

Due to popular demand the virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winner is back at Norwich Theatre Royal for an additional date!

Joe Wells: Daddy Autism

2 November 2025

Joe and his wife are having a baby. He’s autistic so statistically it’s quite likely the baby will be too. In this new show, critically acclaimed comedian Joe Wells explores fatherhood through the lense of neurodiversity.

Round the Horne

1 November 2025

CLASSIC COMEDY fans will be in their element as Apollo Theatre Company bring the classic radio comedy show, Round the Horne to life in a new, exciting production.