Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN
Bank of Dave
Public - The Musical
The Silence of the Lambs
What Would You Like to See?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical just announced for Christmas 2026!
We’re delighted to announce Roald Dahl’s magical and much-loved story of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY will be spectacularly brought to life this Christmas in our thrilling new Made at Curve production.
Directed by Curve Artistic Director Nikolai Foster (KINKY BOOTS, LEGALLY BLONDE, THE SOUND OF MUSIC) and featuring songs including ‘The Candy Man’, ‘The Oompa Loompa Song’ and of course, the unforgettable ‘Pure Imagination’, this timeless classic is a dazzling mix of theatrical magic and sweet nostalgia for all the family, creating memories lasting longer than an Everlasting Gobstopper.
Tickets will be on priority sale from 12 noon on 22 Apr, with general booking opening on 28 Apr.
WAITRESS CASTING REVEALED
We’re thrilled to reveal that Carrie Hope Fletcher will be extending her run in the UK tour of WAITRESS and will play the leading role of Jenna at Curve this Summer.
Carrie will be joined by Sandra Marvin as Becky, Evelyn Hoskins as Dawn and Les Dennis as Joe.
Book now and get your tickets to this “joyously life-affirming celebration of love and friendship” (EXPRESS).
The diner’s opening at Curve from Mon 20 – Sat 25 Jul
Important update regarding parking around Curve
NCP will close several Leicester car parks, including Rutland Street (next to Curve), at 11:59pm on Friday 27 March 2026. Please view our alternative parking options before travelling.
Click below for more details.
Say hello to our new Curve Resident Creatives!
We’re so excited to introduce you to our brand-new cohort of Curve Resident Creatives – eight super-talented local theatre-makers who will be closely associated with our theatre over the next 18-months.
Name a Seat at Curve: Rachel and Rebecca's Story
Mother and daughter duo Rachel and Rebecca have been Curve regulars for the last twelve years, visiting over 100 times since first attending in 2014. To mark a decade of theatregoing, they decided to name their favourite seats in our Theatre, celebrating all the special memories they’ve shared together in the auditorium.
Hear more about their story below, including their favourite performances over the last few years and how you can join them as part of Curve’s legacy.
Our Spring - Summer Highlights Brochure is here!
Check out our brand-new Spring – Summer 2026 Highlights Brochure.
Filled to the brim with all the fantastic shows playing at Curve, our Highlights Brochure will be landing soon on your doorstep, but if you can’t wait then take a peek into our digital brochure here👇
Kiss of the Spider Woman
From the legendary creators of CABARET and CHICAGO, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN returns in an electrifying new co-production from Curve, Bristol Old Vic and Mayflower Southampton.
Sunny Afternoon
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the “indisputably terrific” (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is back!
Paul Simon's Graceland Reimagined by the London African Gospel Choir
Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and moved to your feet as the sensational London African Gospel Choir comes to Leicester with their critically acclaimed, soul-deep reinterpretation of one of the most beloved albums of all time: Paul Simon’s Graceland.
Here & Now - The Steps Musical
Get your party on with HERE AND NOW, the hilarious, brand-new musical based on the songs of multi-million-selling pop phenomenon, Steps. Hailed as the “biggest jukebox hit since MAMMA MIA!” (The Sun), don’t miss this feel-good celebration of love and friendship as it tours the UK & Ireland following a record-breaking world premiere.
All The Happy Things
ALL THE HAPPY THINGS is an award nominated dark comedy about the power of sisterhood and grief, told through a Global Majority lens.
Post Traumatic Slay Disorder
POST TRAUMATIC SLAY DISORDER is a dark-comedic solo show from Offie nominated actor-writer Lois-Amber Toole.
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.
