Kings Theatre Edinburgh

The King's Theatre is a treasured piece of Edinburgh history and a bustling home to popular stage entertainment, staging quality touring drama, kids' shows and Scotland's No.1 panto!

About Kings Theatre Edinburgh

	2 Leven Street, Edinburgh South EH3 9LQ
	01315296000
	Kings Theatre Edinburgh Website
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One of Edinburgh’s most cherished cultural landmarks, the King's Theatre re-opens in 2026 following vital redevelopment work that protects its historic character while modernising facilities for audiences, artists and the wider community.

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Upcoming Events at Kings Theatre Edinburgh

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Chariots of Fire

15th September 2026 - 19th September 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

For the first time ever, the acclaimed stage adaptation of this inspirational tale of hope, honour and belief, tours the UK including the Kings Theatre Edinburgh in September!

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Lullaby

24th September 2026 - 26th September 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Internationally acclaimed choreographer Jasmin Vardimon returns and expands the world of 'Lullaby' with a groundbreaking new production.

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Wallace

30th September 2026 - 3rd October 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Forget the Braveheart clichés... this bold new production rips into Scotland's most famous legend, asking whether William Wallace was a hero, a rebel, or simply a myth!

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The Steamie

5th October 2026 - 10th October 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Step inside a 1950s Glasgow washhouse on Hogmanay, where the water's hot and the gossips even hotter when Tony Roper's classic play The Steamie comes to The King's Theatre Edinburgh!

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Rollers Forever

27th October 2026 - 31st October 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Rollers Forever, the smash-hit tartan-clad musical celebrating the music, memories and passionate fandom of the Bay City Rollers comes to Edinburgh's King's Theatre in October!

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Operation Mincemeat

2nd November 2026 - 7th November 2026

Kings Theatre Edinburgh, Edinburgh South

Singin' in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II!

Festival Theatre Edinburgh

13/29 Nicolson Street , Edinburgh South EH8 9FT

The Edinburgh Festival Theatre is a performing arts venue used primarily for performances of opera and ballet, large-scale musical events, and touring groups.

Studio Theatre

The Studio 22 Potterrow, Edinburgh South EH8 9BL

Capital Theatres, Studio Theatre, is an exciting multi-purpose cultural resource for the city.

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New Town Theatre

96 George Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 3DH

The New Wee Theatre @ New Town Theatre is the ideal venue for experiencing the very best of the Fringe!

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Usher Hall

Usher Hall Lothian Road, Edinburgh West EH1 2EA

The Usher Hall is Edinburgh's key venue for visiting national and international orchestras and has been the main venue for the Edinburgh International Festival since 1947.

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Summerhall

1 Summerhall , Edinburgh South EH9 1PL

Summerhall, Edinburgh’s biggest arts venue, is open to the public all year round.

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Edinburgh Playhouse

18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh New Town EH1 3AA

The Edinburgh Playhouse is a former cinema which now hosts touring musicals and music concerts. Find out what's on at the Edinburgh Playhouse and book your tickets online with What's On Edinburgh!

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Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre

Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre Eastgate, Peebles EH45 8AD

The Eastgate Theatre and Arts Centre in the centre of Peebles is the busiest arts venue in the Scottish Borders, staging more than 200 events a year.

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Assembly Rooms

54 George Street, Edinburgh New Town EH2 2LR

The Assembly Rooms are one of Edinburgh City Centre's largest and most impressive multi-purpose unique event spaces, perfect for any occasion from conferences, dinners and performances to exhibitions!

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Innerleithen Memorial Hall

11 Leithen Road, Innerleithen EH44 6HZ

Pictuesque hall set in its own gardens with a rear balcony and excellent facilities for concerts, shows, dances, weddings, sales, meetings etc.

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Just the Tonic Comedy Club

Boasting the finest names on the circuit, a top-notch night of comedy is always guaranteed.

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The Pleasance Edinburgh

60 Pleasance, Edinburgh South EH8 9TJ

Pleasance Edinburgh opened as part of the 1985 Festival Fringe with two theatres facing onto a deserted courtyard-come-car-park at an unfashionable eastern...

Theatres

Scot ART

151 London Road, Edinburgh East EH7 6AE

A Scotland based arts charity, creating places for creative people.

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granton:hub

Madelvic House Granton Park Avenue, Edinburgh North EH5 1HS

granton:hub's aim is to re-purpose the beautiful and historic Madelvic House as a thriving creative and cultural centre, providing benefits to both the local and wider community.

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