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Theatre Events in Edinburgh in May 2026

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Events in Edinburgh

Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock

30th July 2025 - 24th August 2029

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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Sunny Afternoon

5th May 2026 - 9th May 2026

Sunny Afternoon, the multi-award-winning musical sensation about one of the greatest bands of all time, The Kinks, is returning for a major UK tour, don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse!

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Star Struck

7th May 2026 - 9th May 2026

Prepare to be transported into a glamorous world where jazz meets ballet, and the stars align when Scottish Ballet bring Starstruck to the Festival Theatre in May!

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The Bodyguard

18th May 2026

The international, award-winning smash-hit musical based on the blockbuster film, The Bodyguard is back! Don't miss it when it returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse in 2026!

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2:22 A Ghost Story

25th May 2026 - 30th May 2026

Direct from London's West End, the edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller 2:22 A Ghost Story comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse in May 2026!

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Scottish Opera: The Marriage of Figaro

Selected dates between 29th May 2026 - 31st May 2026

Sir Thomas Allen revives his much-loved production of Mozart’s unstoppable masterpiece, The Marriage of Figaro, at Festival Theatre in May.

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Theatre Events in East Renfrewshire

Theatre Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Lost In Music - One Night In the Disco

Lost In Music - One Night In the Disco

16th May 2026

Get ready to recreate the Magical 70's when Lost In Music take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco!

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Theatre Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

The High Life

The High Life

12th May 2026 - 23rd May 2026

After a 30-year delay in the departure lounge, The High Life returns with a new musical spectacular to the King's Theatre Glasgow featuring all four original cast members!

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The Mersey Beatles

The Mersey Beatles

14th May 2026

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world's favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four, The Mersey Beatles, live at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 14th May!

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Carmen - Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour - featuring the Ukrainian Opera

Carmen - Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour - featuring the Ukrainian Opera

1st May 2026

Don't miss an evening of passion, sexual jealousy, death and unforgettable arias when this award winning Ellen Kent Production of Bizet's Carmen returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!

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Theatre Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Girls’ Night Oot! 2 - Heartbreaks and Promises

Girls’ Night Oot! 2 - Heartbreaks and Promises

30th May 2026

The ladies are back for a night full of song and laughter, don't miss the sensational sequel to Girls' Night Oot! at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 30th May!

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An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret

15th May 2026

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 15th May!

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Meet Me At Boots Corner

Meet Me At Boots Corner

9th May 2026

The legendary meeting place for Glasgow's love's young dream, the iconic Boots Corner, is brought back to life in this hilarious musical at Airdrie Town Hall!

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Theatre Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret

16th May 2026

An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th May!

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Celebrating Celine - A New Day

Celebrating Celine - A New Day

1st May 2026

Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to her music, Celebrating Celine, at Beacon Arts Centre, promises an evening of joy, emotion, and unforgettable entertainment!

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Theatre Events in Stirling

Events in Other Areas

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Popular Events

Grand Cafe Ceilidh
Come along for our Ceilidh Night at The Grand Cafe every Saturday from 10pm until late throughout the summer!
Kids Brunch Klub
Join us at Brewhemia on Sundays in August as we transform into the Kids Brunch Klub playground – a magical club where kids (and their grown-ups) dive into new adventures!
Monday Makes
This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.
Kids Go FREE at Hopetoun House this Summer!
BIG NEWS! This July and August, children aged 15 and under can explore Hopetoun House and Grounds absolutely FREE with a paying adult.
Peruvian Cooking with Mercedes
Join Mercedes for a culinary journey through Peru as she teaches you how to make a traditional lamb stew and a delicious sweet tamale dessert on Saturday 16th August!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall