The Sound of Music
ALIENS LOVE
PANTA CLAUS
LEGALLY
BLONDE
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
Bank of Dave
What Would You Like to See?
THE SOUND OF MUSIC REHEARSAL PHOTOGRAPHY IS HERE!
Step into rehearsals for our #MadeAtCurve Christmas production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Directed by Nikolai Foster and starring Molly Lynch as Maria, David Seadon-Young as Captain von Trapp and Joanna Riding as Mother Abbess, this heart-warming tale of family, romance and rebellion is set to be a festive treat for all!
Click the button below to see more dazzling rehearsal photographs.
VOTE FOR CURVE IN THIS YEARS WHATSONSTAGE AWARDS - NOMINATIONS ARE NOW!
This year’s WhatsOnStage Awards nominations are now open and we’d love your support to celebrate a fantastic year of Made at Curve productions.
Please vote for our dazzling productions and incredible performers in MY FAIR LADY, MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL and WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
You can see our full list of suggested nominations by clicking below.
Don’t delay, as nominations for this round will close on Thursday 20 November 2025!
Thank you in anticipation of your votes and for helping us celebrate another incredible year of shows.
Our new Brochure is here!
Our Curve Winter/Spring 2025/26 Brochure is here!
Discover what shows are coming to Leicester in the upcoming months. From West End hits to family festive fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Casting revealed for PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT
The Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT returns to Curve next summer!
Joining the previously announced Adèle Anderson (Fascinating Aïda) as Bernadette, is:
– Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, CHICAGO) as Tick/Mitzi
– Nick Hayes (Groundhog Day, REMEMBRANCE MONDAY) as Felicia/Adam
– Peter Duncan (HAIRSPRAY, PRETENDER) as Bob/Preacher
This production is bolder and more fabulous than ever.
Featuring an iconic soundtrack full of your favourite 80s and 90s disco and dance anthems, including; Hot Stuff, It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Finally and many more.
Pulling in at Curve from Mon 22 – Sat 27 Jun 2026
Layton Williams and George Blagden join cast of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
Stage and screen stars Layton Williams and George Blagden are set to join the previously announced Anna-Jane Casey in our upcoming Curve, Bristol Old Vic and Mayflower Southampton production of Kander and Ebb’s ground-breaking musical, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN.
Read the full story here.
Applications now open for next wave of Curve Resident Creatives
Calling all local theatre-makers! Applications are now open to join our artist development programme, Curve Resident Creatives.
As a Curve Resident Creative, you’ll be closely embedded within our theatre for an 18-month period, receiving free training, tailored mentoring and networking opportunities, access to free rehearsal room space, the opportunity to contribute towards our creative work, education and outreach programmes and more.
Curve Resident Creatives will also receive a minimum payment of £1,000 towards their participation, with additional fees for any workshops or classes delivered, or any work commissioned.
Find out more and apply now here,
We Are The Lions, Mr Manager!
Townsend Theatre Productions presents WE ARE THE LIONS, MR MANAGER! – the story of Jayaben Desai and the Grunwick Strike.
In 1976, six workers walked out of Grunwick Film Processing Laboratory and Factory in Willesden. They staged a strike against their poor working conditions, demanding the right to join a union.
Less than two years later, those six had been joined by 20,000 supporters in an historic dispute fighting for better rights for poorly treated workers. Predominantly Asian women, these strikers shattered stereotypes, challenged the establishment, brought a community together to support the rights of workers and changed the face of trade unionism.
On the 50th anniversary of the start of the Grunwick Strike, Townsend Theatre Productions celebrates their bravery, bringing their inspirational story to a new generation with “We Are The Lions, Mr Manager!”, an imaginative and stylish production with songs and music of the time.
★★★★★ ‘Magnificent Play’. The Morning Star.
★★★★ ‘The story of Jayaben Desai… makes you laugh, feel and think… a powerful story, powerfully told’. The Observer.
Ben Hart: The Remarkable
Following sold-out shows around the world, Ben Hart returns with a brand-new show—his most astonishing and impossible yet.
An entirely unique voice in magic, Ben Hart brings together enthralling storytelling, sharp wit and indisputable charm, to create magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling.
This time, it’s not just magic—it’s real.
In THE REMARKABLE Ben Hart, witness a world-class master of illusion as he reads your mind, manipulates the fabric of existence, and bends logic to his will. With nothing but his hands, a few simple objects, and his newly discovered uncanny mental abilities, Ben will peer into your thoughts, control chance, and make the impossible happen before your eyes. Witness his original impossibilities live onstage – with no camera tricks and nowhere to hide.
Is it magic? Is it psychology? Or has Ben Hart uncovered something far more remarkable?
One thing is certain—you will never see the world the same way again.
Festival of Choirs XIV
Mark your calendars for a night of soulful melodies and harmonious celebration as FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS XIV takes the stage at Curve.
FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS XIV is more than just a concert; it is a celebration of community, connection, and the shared joy of music.
Whether you are a performer or an audience member, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the spirit and talent of our community.
Suitable for all ages.
The Sound of Music
Fill your hearts this Christmas with one of the greatest musicals of all time, Rodgers and Hammerstein‘s glorious THE SOUND OF MUSIC.
Following the five-star success of our 2024 festive spectacular MY FAIR LADY, Artistic Director Nikolai Foster brings his Made at Curve magic to this beloved musical classic.
Leading this year’s cast after charming audiences and critics alike last Christmas will be Molly Lynch as Maria and David Seadon-Young as Captain von Trapp.
Marking the 60th anniversary of the film’s release, this heart-warming tale of family, romance and rebellion features a timeless score including Do-Re-Mi, My Favorite Things, Climb Ev’ry Mountain and of course, its soaring title number, The Sound of Music. Book now for this enchanting Christmas treat for the whole family.
Movement and Storytelling with Laura Weston
Together, we will investigate how narratives emerge from the body—through breath, sensation, spatial awareness, and dynamic expression using the framework of Laban’s Kinesphere and Ensemble Movement Practices which explore the use of motion, action, and spatial composition.
Through guided movement explorations, improvisational tasks, solo and group composition exercises, artists will expand their movement palette and deepen their connection to physical play and storytelling.
Òran
Combining spoken word, lyrical storytelling and a pulsating electronic live score, this is the thrilling story of ÒRAN and his journey to rescue his best friend from the Underworld.
Should he arrive there, Hades might grant him the chance to lead his friend home…but at what cost?
It's the 50th episode of Curve In Conversation!
Thank you to all our listeners who have continued to join us behind-the-scenes at Curve and the fantastic productions that grace our stages!
In this month’s episode, we explore the colourful world of brand-new musical INDIGO. Our host Martin Ballard is joined by Katie Cailean who takes on the role of Emma, and The Bill’s Lisa Maxwell who plays her grandmother Elaine.
We also speak to Strictly Come Dancing’s Janette Manrara as she enters the Razzle Dazzle of CHICAGO, and hear about preparations for upcoming Made At Curve shows WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? and THE SOUND OF MUSIC.
Hear all this and more in this landmark episode of Curve in Conversation!
Go behind-the-scenes of Curve!
Discover the inner workings of Curve; its history, the building’s secrets, and the stories of people who shaped Curve and made it what it is today.
Attendees will have a unique glimpse into what goes on behind the curtain to create a show at Curve – right from the rehearsal rooms to the costumes, sets and technology that bring the magic alive. And a rare chance to see the auditorium as you’ve never seen it before … from the stage!
Explore our Digital Learning Resource Library
To support learning around our Made at Curve productions, we have created a number of Education Packs filled with insights and activities that everyone can enjoy.
Delve deeper into Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, A Chorus Line, The Color Purple, West Side Story and more in our resource library at the link below.
CQ Earlies
On the second Saturday of each month, we host CQ Earlies – fun, free, and creative sessions for children and families.
This month, let’s get our vocal chords going with an introduction to voice with Mary Bonam. Join Mary to discover your inner voice, how to use it to create characters and also make beautiful music with it.
The workshop will culminate in creating a group vocal orchestra!
Suitable for ages 5+
Learn with top artists in Curve Classroom
Since January, we’re proud to have supported home-schooling during the third national lockdown with our educational initiative, Curve Classroom.
The free sessions cover a range of topics for all ages and are delivered by a host of leading artists including performers Molly Lynch, Garry Robson and Hareet Deol, Designers Grace Smart and Kate Unwin, Director Julia Thomas, Choreographers Arlene Phillips and Mel Knott, Writers Jess Green and Rob Ward, as well as a number of Midlands-based artists local to Curve in Leicester.
Find out more and explore the full archive here.
