Sheffield Theatres Announces 2025/26 Season
Sheffield Theatres is set to dazzle audiences with a dynamic mix of new work, revivals, and immersive community events in its 2025/26 season. With productions staging across its two main venues—the Crucible Theatre and the Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse—and access to the historic Lyceum and newly acquired Montgomery Theatre just a short walk away, there’s something for every theatre lover in this year-long programme.
Key Productions & Premieres
Dancing at Lughnasa Revival
Production: Brian Friel’s classic drama
Director: Artistic Director Elizabeth Newman
Run Dates: 13 September – 4 October 2025
Details: A co-production with the Royal Exchange Theatre, this production will be performed in-the-round with an opening night in Sheffield on 18 September.
Consumed
Playwright: Karis Kelly
Co-production: Sheffield Theatres, Paines Plough, Women’s Prize for Playwriting, and Belgrade Theatre
Director: Katie Posner
Run Dates: 24 September – 11 October 2025
Synopsis: This award-winning play follows four generations of Northern Irish women reuniting under one roof, delving into themes of identity and legacy.
A Christmas Carol
Adaptation: Adapted by Aisha Khan
Run Dates: 29 November 2025 – 10 January 2026
Details: A festive production featuring local carols, marking the return of pantomime and holiday classics to Sheffield Theatres.
My Brother’s A Genius
Playwright: Debris Stevenson
Collaborators: Sheffield Theatres, Theatre Centre, and National Youth Theatre
Run Dates: 28 January – 14 February 2026 (press night on 30 January)
Synopsis: Examining sibling relationships and neurodiversity with a grime soundtrack, this new piece offers a fresh perspective on family dynamics.
Crown of Blood – A Yoruba Adaptation of Macbeth
Playwright: Oladipo Agboluaje
Director: Mojisola Kareem
Run Dates: 2 – 7 February 2026 (official opening on 3 February)
Synopsis: This retelling sets Macbeth against the backdrop of the 19th-century civil wars in Yorubaland, offering a bold, culturally rich reinterpretation of the classic tragedy.
The Ladies Football Club
Adaptation: By Tim Firth
Director: Elizabeth Newman
Run Dates: 28 February – 28 March 2026
Synopsis: Based on the true story of wartime women workers who made football their own, this production celebrates resilience and the spirit of competition.
Living
Playwright: Leo Butler
Venue: Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse
Run Dates: 14 March – 4 April 2026 (press night on 19 March)
Synopsis: This homecoming piece from the award-winning Sheffield playwright delves into themes of belonging and renewal.
Summer Holiday
Inspiration: Based on the 1960s film
Directors: Elizabeth Newman with Ben Occhipinti
Run Dates: 20 June – 18 July 2026 (official opening on 25 June)
Synopsis: A vibrant summer production that brings beachside nostalgia and community celebration to the stage, complete with live events that spill out into the city.
Looking Ahead
Coming in 2027: Sunjeev Sahota’s novel, The Year of the Runaways, will be adapted for the stage by Stephanie Street.
Community & Participatory Events
Sheffield Theatres is also dedicated to community engagement, with a series of participatory events in Tudor Square:
Sheffield Theatres Beach: A community space where audiences can relax and interact.
Lughnasa Dance Festival: Celebrate dance and movement inspired by Dancing at Lughnasa.
Montgomery Theatre Summer Party: A festive gathering in the newly acquired venue.
Theatre Football Tournament: Compete in a friendly football competition.
Candlelit Carol Concert: Enjoy an atmospheric evening of carols during the festive season.
Ticket Information
New productions will go on sale to the general public at 10 am on Saturday 8 March.
