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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

What's On

Our Sheffield culture calendar. Filled with picks of the city’s arts, culture and heritage events, both in-person and virtual. Plus reviews and festival guides.

Wyrd Sisters by Terry Pratchett

Tue. 14 October 2025 — Sat. 18 October 2025

The Library Theatre

A hilarious adaptation of Terry Pratchett's novel, following three unlikely witches as they try to save the kingdom from a wicked duke and duchess.

The Actors Works Voice Class

Sat. 18 October 2025

ZagYoga, Harland Works, John Street, S2 4QU

Focus on breath, resonance and articulation.

Black is The Colour Of My Voice

Fri. 17 October 2025 — Sat. 18 October 2025

Crucible Theatre

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father.

Gwenda's Garage

Wed. 15 October 2025 — Sat. 25 October 2025

Playhouse

Created by an all-lesbian team, this new musical is inspired by the true story of a garage set up by three female mechanics in 80s Sheffield. A joyful, queer call to arms, fired by feminism, friendship and a belief in the power of collective action.

Twilight Trail - Witchlight

Thu. 30 October 2025

Ecclesall Woods

This Halloween, step into Ecclesall Woods for A Twilight Trail: Witchlight. A brand-new interactive family event from Growtheatre.

National Theatre Live: Inter Alia

Thu. 4 September 2025 — Fri. 31 October 2025

Showroom

Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl) plays a Crown Court judge at the top of her career – and also a karaoke fiend, loving wife and supportive parent – whose life is thrown off balance. The much-anticipated new play from the team behind Prima Facie.

The Actors Works Play Reading: The Women by Clare Boothe

Sat. 1 November 2025

Harland Works, John Street, S2 4QU

Get together to read a play in a relaxed space – open to all. November's play is a 1936 satire about wealthy Manhattan socialites.

Birdwatching

Tue. 4 November 2025

Drama Studio

A folk horror putting female, queer and neurodivergent perspectives centre stage. Amelia, Poppy and Lauren are wild camping in the Northumberland forest. As the woods darken and tensions flare, a watchful presence takes hold over the camp.

Shed Stories

Thu. 6 November 2025

Drama Studio

Powerful tales and captivating movement telling the stories of people involved in and affected by Men’s Sheds.

Bad Immigrant

Sat. 8 November 2025

Drama Studio

Absurdist, very funny exploration of belonging, colonialism and identity. "It’s a roller disco about immigration."

The Kingdom Come Drag King Cabaret: Queer Through History edition

Fri. 14 November 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Step back in time with Andro & Eve for The Kingdom Come, Queer Through History edition of their drag king cabaret.

The Crucible

Wed. 12 November 2025 — Sat. 15 November 2025

Drama Studio

“The Devil’s loose in Salem... and we will burn together!” Join Sheffield University Drama Society for one of the 20th century's most important plays. A moving exploration of faith, hope and the power of love in the face of terrible adversity.

The Actors Works Performance Skills Class: Comedy

Sat. 15 November 2025

ZagYoga, Harland Works, John Street, S2 4QU

Join the Actors Works for a class on building a comedy character and practice methods of how to apply it to a monologue or scene.

Sleighed to Death!

Wed. 12 November 2025 — Sat. 15 November 2025

St John's Church Hall, Abbeydale Road South, S17 3LE

A fun-filled whodunnit, set on Christmas Eve in an English manor house.

Little Shop of Horrors

Wed. 26 November 2025 — Sat. 29 November 2025

Drama Studio

Join Sheffield University Performing Arts Society for their take on the cult classic musical. The hilarious and heart-warming story of a meek florist’s assistant and his discovery of a mysterious plant with a taste for blood and a soulful voice.

Dead Poets Society

Thu. 4 December 2025 — Sat. 6 December 2025

Drama Studio

The University of Sheffield's Theatre company bring you Dead Poets Society. Adapted from a much-loved classic, the play follows seven teenage students on a journey of self discovery and expression guided by their unconventional new English teacher.

The Wedding Singer

Wed. 10 December 2025 — Sat. 13 December 2025

Drama Studio

Grab your shoulder pads and travel back to the 80s with the Sheffield University Performing Arts Society’s production of The Wedding Singer. A musical comedy based on the hit Adam Sandler film.

A Christmas Carol

Wed. 17 December 2025

Drama Studio

A ghostly adaptation of this most beloved festive classic. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a supernatural journey into the past, present and yet-to-come.

Jack off the Beanstalk – Grab Your Chopper

Fri. 16 January 2026

Sheffield City Hall

An adult pantomime, presenting an udderly cheeky, naughty version of Jack and the Beanstalk.

Making Our Own Table: African Theatre and Performance in the UK

Mon. 2 February 2026

Utopia Creative Hub, 11 Rockingham Gate, S1 4JD

Join Utopia Theatre for their new symposium-style event. You can be a part of an inspiring exchange amongst local, regional and international creatives and academics.

National Theatre Live: Hamlet

Thu. 22 January 2026 — Sat. 28 February 2026

Showroom

Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.

The Ladies Football Club

Sat. 28 February 2026 — Sat. 28 March 2026

Crucible Theatre

When World War 1 forces men onto the frontline, the women of Sheffield take their place in the factories – and on the football pitch. They play to crowds of over 50,000, unaware that something will soon blow the whistle on their beautiful game.

Migration Matters Festival

A celebration of culture, compassion, and the positive impact migration and refugees have in Sheffield. Held on and around Refugee Week each June – come back soon for details of Migration Matters 2026.