Unmissable Shows Coming To The Everyman Theatre In 2026
From classic murder mysteries to much-loved family musicals
The Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire has unveiled its new 2026 brochure featuring an outstanding programme of live entertainment for the year ahead.
From classic murder mysteries to much-loved family musicals, gripping thrillers to brand-new musical comedy, the new brochure is available to view online, and here are 12 unmissable highlights to see at The Everyman Theatre this year:
The Shawshank Redemption
Tuesday 10th – Saturday 14th February
Tickets: From £19
Based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella, this poignant stage production portrays the unlikely friendship between Andy Dufresne and fellow maximum-security inmate and ‘prison fixer’, Red. Incarcerated in the notorious Shawshank facility, the two men learn the hard way that no one can survive alone, and they quietly hatch a desperate plan…
Starring Joe McFadden, Ben Onwukwe and Bill Ward.
Book tickets for The Shawshank Redemption
The Bodyguard
Monday 23rd – Saturday 28th February
Tickets: From £24
The international, award-winning musical The Bodyguard returns to The Everyman Theatre to follow the story of former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, who is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don't expect is to fall in love.
Book tickets for The Bodyguard
Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift
Tuesday 3rd – Saturday 7th March
Tickets: From £19
With eccentric villagers, shocking twists and a remarkable reveal, The Killings at Badger’s Drift is a classic whodunnit that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Book tickets for Midsomer Murders
Single White Female
Tuesday 17th – Saturday 21st March
Tickets: From £22
A new stage play based on the psychological thriller from Columbia Pictures and the book "SWF Seeks Same" by John Lutz, starring Kym Marsh and Lisa Faulkner.
Book tickets for Single White Female
Barnum
Tuesday 7th – Saturday 11th April
Tickets: From £24.50
Step into the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum where imagination and ambition know no bounds, starring Lee Mead.
Book tickets for Barnum
The Spy Who Came In From The Cold
Tuesday 14th – Saturday 18th April
Tickets: From £19
A thrilling stage adaptation of John le Carré’s bestselling novel.
Book tickets for The Spy Who Came In From The Cold
BRB2: Carlos Acosta's Ballet Celebration
Thursday 14th – Saturday 16th May
Tickets: From £29
Birmingham Royal Ballet returns with a sensational production showcasing some of the world’s finest young dancers.
Book tickets for Carlos Acosta’s Ballet Celebration
Mean Girls
Tuesday 19th – Saturday 23rd May
Tickets: From £24
The award-winning musical comedy comes direct from the West End.
Book tickets for Mean Girls
Thespians: Greece The Musical (But Not That One)
Tuesday 16th – Saturday 20th June
Tickets: From £24
A brand-new musical comedy from Mischief.
Book tickets for Thespians
I’m Sorry, Prime Minister
Tuesday 23rd – Saturday 27th June
Tickets: From £22
The long-awaited final chapter of British political satire from Jonathan Lynn.
The Mousetrap
Monday 21st – Saturday 26th September
Tickets: From £22
Agatha Christie’s record-breaking murder mystery embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour.
Annie
Tuesday 6th – Sunday 11th October
Tickets: From £24
The much-loved family musical returns to the stage.
Book tickets for Annie
Tickets for all shows are on sale now and available to book at www.everymantheatre.org.uk.
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