Theatre Events in Edinburgh in March 2026
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Events in Edinburgh
Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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Doctor Bonk’s Macarbaret
Dr Bonk, Scotland's silliest surgeon, presents the Macarbaret: a madcap hour of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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Monster Cabaret
Join Madame Mabh for her haunted house party at the Banshee Labyrinth, featuring both classic cabaret acts and unusual happenings!
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Stand Up Horror
Improvised, macabre tales featuring (voluntary!) members of the audience as actor, writer and tour guide Alex Staniforth invents a horror story every night at Stand Up Horror!
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Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night
Experience incredible magic when the Edinburgh Magic Company presents a fresh lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act at the Gilded Saloon!
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Balancing in Freedom
Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for this world premiere performance of an enthralling new work, written and performed by Iddo Oberski!
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Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show
Watch the iconic McEwans Hall in Edinburgh come alive with Enlightenment, a spectacular sound and light show, set to the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons!
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Here & Now - The Steps Musical
Here & Now, the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon Steps, comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse from 24th February 2026!
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One Day: The Musical
The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh and Melting Pot present the World Premiere of One Day The Musical, a celebration of love, fate, and the moments that define us forever.
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Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death of a Landlord
Join Murder Trial Tonight IV for Death of a Landlord! Hear the case, weigh the evidence, and deliver your verdict.
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Nigel Havers - Talking B*ll*cks
Join Nigel Havers when he brings his new show 'Talking B*ll*cks' to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 1st March!
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The Ultimate K-Pop Live Show
K-Pop Live celebrates your favourite K-pop hits, packed with high-energy performances and next-level choreography inspired by K-pop’s most energetic stage shows.
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns this Spring!
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Inspector Morse - House of Ghosts
Starring Tom Chambers as Inspector Morse, this original story written for the stage is a must-see for fans of compelling detective stories and thrilling mysteries.
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Class Act Edinburgh Showcase 2026
The Traverse is delighted to be presenting the Class Act Edinburgh Showcase 2026 on 4th & 5th March!
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Matilda The Musical
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, comes to Edinburgh Playhouse in March 2025!
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SPIRITUEUSES – Women and Whisky
SPIRITUEUSES, a performance by the Âtre Collective, celebrates the often-overlooked role of women in the history of spirit production.
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Live Forever
Introducing 'Live Forever’ – a celebration of music from, and a tribute to, the greatest rock ’n’ roll band Britain has ever seen… Oasis!
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K-pop Demon Hunta’z Live
K-pop Demon Hunta’z Live is a high-energy, concert-style performance that blends K-pop inspired dance, live audience interaction, and theatrical flair.
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The Bacchae
Written and performed by Ewan Downie, The Bacchae blurs the lines between binaries: human and animal, male and female, victim and perpetrator! Catch it at the Studio Theatre Edinburgh in March!
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A Grain of Sand
A Grain of Sand is a one-woman show that takes an intimate look at war through the eyes of a child, blending Palestinian folklore with real-life testimonies from children in contemporary Gaza.
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Scottish Opera - Tristan und Isolde
This is one of only two performances of Wagner at his most intoxicating and transcendent.
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A Giant on the Bridge
A Giant on the Bridge reveals the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey in a compelling narrative-gig which fuses songwriting, Scottish hip hop & original storytelling.
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Horrible Histories - The Concert
For the very first time, your favourite songs and characters from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series HORRIBLE HISTORIES will be appearing live (and dead) on stage at the Festival Theatre!
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Jack Off The Beanstalk - Adult Panto
Get ready for the udderly cheeky, naughtiest version of Jack and the Beanstalk you’ve ever dared to see at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 13th March!
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A Vision of Elvis
Put on your blue suede shoes and come celebrate the music of the King of Rock 'n' Roll with the UK's supreme Elvis – Rob Kingsley – and his talented cast at Corn Exchange Haddington in March!
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Harry Baker: Tender
World Poetry Slam Champion Harry Baker brings his characteristic warmth, wit and wonder to new parenthood. Catch him at the Assembly Roxy on 14th March!
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Michael Portillo - A Life of Two Halves
Secretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage to share funny, insightful, and poignant stories from his extraordinarily rich and varied life.
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Que Sera Sera
Que Sera Sera: The Greatest Hits of Doris Day is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars! Catch it at Corn Exchange Haddington on Sunday 15th March!
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Saint Joan
As today's world faces political unrest and war, Saint Joan speaks powerfully to a new generation challenging authority, reminding us of history's unlikely revolutionaries.
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The Boy at the Back of the Class
After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is back with a celebration of friendship kindness and compassion.
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Children Show: Paws Up!
This English adaptation of the famous children’s book by Catharina Valckx ‘PAWS UP!’ is a poetic, interactive and funny show, performed in French and English
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Que Sera Sera: The Greatest Hits of Doris Day is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars! Catch it at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 22nd March!
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The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins
In her first live show in over a decade, Sue Perkins delivers a hilarious treatise on stigma, humiliation, and misunderstanding.
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Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile
A brand-new adaptation of the globally celebrated Agatha Christie story Death on the Nile is heading out on a nationwide tour, don't miss it at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in March!
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Harry Enfield and No Chums
Come along to the Usher Hall for a rare and entertaining evening with legendary satirical comedian and self-styled 'stupid idiot', Harry Enfield!
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Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show
Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse in March and is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones, the perfect introduction to theatre!
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John Robertson’s The Dark Room
Welcome to THE DARK ROOM – the legendary interactive comedy show that fuses improv, crowdwork and gaming to create an insane live-action videogame!
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PASS: Cyrana
A bold reimagining of a classic tale, Cyrana tells of the fight to be heard — and the courage to stand tall when the world tries to silence you.
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PASS: Roll With it
Roll With It is a new coming of age comedy exploring friendship, identity, found family, and most importantly, dragon-slaying.
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A Brief History of Neurodivergence
Join writer and theatremaker Fiona Moon in this rollercoaster of comedy, colour and chaos which will endear, enlighten and amuse its audience.
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Dan Schreiber: This Changes Everything
Dan Schreiber brings an evening of mind-blowing stories, unbelievable coincidences, jokes and facts that will make you question everything you thought you knew, to the Assembly Rooms!
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The Importance Of Being Earnest
Join Old'n'Dead Productions, at The Georgian House in March, for Oscar Wilde's hilarious comedy about mistaken identities and secret engagements in "The Importance Of Being Earnest"!
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The Light House
Tender, funny and defiantly hopeful, The Light House is a real-life love story about holding on to each other, even in the darkest times. It’s a love letter to life.
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The Shoop Shoop Show - The Cher Collection
Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of Cher when The Shoop Shoop Show - The Cher Collection comes to The Usher Hall on Saturday 28th March!
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Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of the Dubliners
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners will return to UK theatres for its biggest and best ever tour with a date at Edinburgh Playhouse on 31st March!
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The Constant Wife
Prior to London's West End, witness this Royal Shakespeare Company production of The Constant Wife, about a woman determined to do things her own way.
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Theatre Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Cinema Screening: Royal Ballet and Opera - Siegfried
Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky return for the triumphant third chapter of Wagner's Ring cycle. Don't miss it at Eastwood Park Theatre on Tuesday 31st March!
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Que Sera Sera
Que Sera Sera is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood's greatest stars – Doris Day, don't miss it at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 1st March!
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The Rod Stewart Songbook
The ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe's foremost tribute, along with his sensational live band, is coming to Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 27th March!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
National Theatre Live - The Audience
Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry.
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Snow White
A classic fairytale is reimagined in this magical, family-friendly dance-theatre production of Snow White — a captivating experience perfect for everyone aged 5 and over at the Adam Smith Theatre!
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SAMS presents Shrek The Musical
St Andrews Musical Society proudly presents Shrek The Musical, the hilarious, heartwarming hit that proves “beauty” is in the eye of the ogre!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
QUEENZ: Drag Me to the Disco!
Queenz are back with a BRAND NEW SHOW! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime!
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Scottish Opera - Tristan und Isolde
Justin Way directs a timeless tale of forbidden love when Scottish Opera bring Tristan und Isolde to the Theatre Royal Glasgow!
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Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical
Grab your heels, pack the glitter, and get ready to Shake Your Groove Thing once again when Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical comes to The King's Theatre Glasgow!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
School of Rock
Get ready to rock out with Hamilton District Youth Theatre as they bring the hit musical School of Rock to the stage at The Town House Hamilton in March!
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An Evening with Gregor Fisher
Scottish stage and screen legend Gregor Fisher is taking to the road with the first leg of his UK tour, don't miss him at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 13th March!
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The Springsteen Sessions
Catch The Springsteen Sessions, probably the finest Boss tribute band in the land, when they return to Cumbernauld Theatre on Friday 27th March!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Medea
The award-winning production of this thrilling Greek tragedy returns re-imagined to tour Scotland's stages in 2026, including a night at Beacon Arts Centre on Thursday 19th March!
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A Giant on the Bridge
A Giant on the Bridge reveals the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey in a compelling narrative-gig which fuses songwriting, Scottish hip hop & original storytelling.
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Twist and Shout
An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Steve Norman, of Spandau Ballet - CANCELLED
In this intimate evening at The Albert Halls Stirling, Steve Norman will tell memorable stories, play hit songs, and thrill fans with a magical evening that’s pure pop Gold!
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A Giant On The Bridge
A Giant on the Bridge reveals the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey in a compelling narrative-gig which fuses songwriting, Scottish hip hop & original storytelling.
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Monument Dance - A Kaleidoscope of Dreams
The wonderful students of Stirling’s Monument Dance Centre bring you a fabulous weekend of dance as their award winning show returns to the Macrobert Arts Centre.
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