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Festival 2026

Festival 2026

We’re delighted to share our new season with you, which aims to bring you all the ingredients we know our audiences love – including, of course, an unmissable summer musical. Have a browse through the e-brochure below or head to our Festival season what's on page to see everything in one place.

Whatever you choose to see or do this year at CFT (and we hope it will be plenty!), we look forward to welcoming you.

Need help with online booking? Download our online booking guide.

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    The BFG

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    More info about The BFG Book now
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    Magic

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    Eclipse

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    More info about Eclipse Book now
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    Atonement

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    More info about Atonement Book now
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    45 Years

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    My Fair Lady

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    More info about My Fair Lady Book now
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    Atlantis

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    More info about Atlantis Book now
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    A Midsummer Night's Dream

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    More info about A Midsummer Night's Dream Book now
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    Peter Pan: A musical adventure

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Have a flick through our digital e-brochure for Festival 2026.

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Booking form

If you would like a booking form to send to us, you can collect a copy from our Box Office or download and print the file below.

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