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Festival 2026 has officially landed, we're looking forward to a spectacular season full of big moments and bold performances, all for brilliant prices.

If you haven't already, head to our Festival season what's on page to see everything in one place and start planning your summer theatre visits.

One of our supporters? Find your priority booking dates below.

And if you've never visited us during our Festival season before, here's just a few highlights from last year...


Festival 2026 Booking Dates

Priority LevelOn Sale Date
Directors, Artists & Season Circles, Ovation Supporters & Corporate SponsorsTuesday 17 February from 9am
Encore SupportersWednesday 18 February from 9am
Corporate Members & Applause SupportersThursday 19 February from 9am
Champions & FriendsSaturday 21 February from 9am online, Tuesday 24 February from 10am by phone and in person
Groups, Schools & Corporate Supporter StaffThursday 26 February from 10am (Groups & Schools via email, Corporate Supporter Staff online and by phone)
GeneralSaturday 28 February from 9am online, Tuesday 3 March from 10am by phone and in person

Interested in priority booking? 

Our supporters help not just our work on stage, but all our work in the local community. Take a look at our different membership and supporter levels to access priority booking, plus a plethora of other benefits.