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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!

Kings Theatre Edinburgh

About Kings Theatre Edinburgh

2 Leven Street, Edinburgh South EH3 9LQ
01315296000
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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.

Upcoming Events at Kings Theatre Edinburgh

Chariots of Fire

15th September 2026 - 19th September 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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