Theatre in Suffolk

Am-dram, touring productions, and panto season — oh yes it is. From village hall Shakespeare to proper curtain-up moments.

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Musical Family Storytelling

Musical story telling for families with children under 5yrs. Free

Wed 22 Jul10:30East Point Pavilion

via East Point Pavilion

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Haverhill Youth Theatre

Thu 23 Jul 2026 10:00AM

Thu 23 Jul11:00Haverhill Arts Centre

via Haverhill Arts CentreLocal gem

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Therapists - Live Table Reading of New Play

Come and listen to the read through of modern farce ‘Therapists’. Written by local playwright Sal Fulcher, Therapists won the sitcom mission in 2025, and will be staged at the Riverside Theatre in Feb 2027. Here is a chance to observe a key stage of the creative process.

Thu 23 Jul19:30New Street Market

via New Street Market

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Outdoor Theatre: The Jungle Book

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their trademark energy to The Freston Boot with a wildly entertaining musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, THE JUNGLE BOOK! Filled with original music, audience interaction, and a host of larger-than-life characters, you are invited to join Mowgli and his friends, Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther, on a madcap jungle adventure. Meet and attempt to outwit a slithering snake, some cheeky monkeys, and the fierce tiger, Shere Khan! Funny, exciting, and “AOOO-some,” this musical will have the whole family howling with laughter. It’s the perfect summer treat in the heart of the Suffolk countryside. Event Details & FAQ: Duration: Approx. 100 minutes (including interval). Doors Open at 5:30pm and performance starts at 6:00pm Age Suitability: Recommended for ages 4+. (Under 3s go free!) Seating: Please bring your own low-backed chairs or rugs for the garden. Weather: Performances continue in wet weather—please come prepared! Dogs: Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Accessibility: Free entry for carers (with ID). Please contact us with any access queries. Food & Drink at The Boot: Make a night of it! Fresh food and drinks will be available to purchase at the venue. Click here to book your tickets now! Pre-order your Picnic Hamper: Want the ultimate outdoor theatre experience? Contact to reserve a bespoke picnic hamper for the performance.

Fri 24 Jul19:00The Boot at Freston

via The Boot at Freston

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The Big Bad Wolf Rock & Roll Musical at Stow Hall Gardens

Come on a madcap, rock ‘n’ roll musical journey of plotting and scheming with folklore’s most notorious villain – The Big Bad Wolf. Exiled to the Deep Dark Wood, he…

Tue 28 JulChurch Farm

via Church FarmLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyTheatre

Musical Family Storytelling

Musical story telling for families with children under 5yrs. Free

Wed 29 Jul10:30East Point Pavilion

via East Point Pavilion

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Around £150

Midsummer Theatre at The Riversdale Centre

MONDAY 27th- FRIDAY 31st JULY Contact the Riversdale Centre for more information

Fri 31 JulSt John's Community Centre

via St John's Community CentreLocal gem

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Theatre in the Parks - Big Bad Wolf

Come on a musical journey of plotting and scheming with folklore’s most notorious villain - the Big Bad Wolf. Living in exile in the Deep Dark Wood, he parties and plays rock music every night with his cronies, far away from the goody-goody townspeople of Fairytaleville.

Sat 1 Aug14:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Twelth Night - Outdoor theatre

OUTDOOR THEATRE | SUITABLE FOR ALL AGES | 2 HOURS INCLUDING INTERVAL “Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them!” Get in a fight. Cross-dress. Throw on some yellow stockings. Love can make you do the funniest things…! The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present their own brand of Shakespearean mayhem in the Bard’s comedy of fools, duels and dual identities. Family-friendly fun with live music and audience participation. Outdoor theatre – please bring something to sit on and dress for the weather. (The show will continue in most conditions – here’s our wet weather policy)

Sat 1 Aug20:00The Boot at Freston

via The Boot at Freston

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Theatre in the parks - Big Bad Wolf

Come on a musical journey of plotting and scheming with folklore’s most notorious villain - the Big Bad Wolf. Living in exile in the Deep Dark Wood, he parties and plays rock music every night with his cronies, far away from the goody-goody townspeople of Fairytaleville.

Sun 2 Aug14:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Summer School: 10-16s Musical Theatre Intensive

Join a team of professional artists: a choreographer, director, and musical director and rehearse, refine and perform a dazzling showcase in just five days.

Mon 3 Aug11:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Theatre in the Parks - Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit and his naughty cousin Benjamin know very well that they are not to go into Mr McGregor’s garden, but they cannot resist and soon they find themselves face to face Mr McGregor himself! But how will they ever escape?

Tue 4 Aug14:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

Likely freeChildren & FamilyTheatre

Musical Family Storytelling

Musical story telling for families with children under 5yrs. Free

Wed 5 Aug10:30East Point Pavilion

via East Point Pavilion

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Theatre in the Parks - Romeo and Juliet

Immersion Theatre Company presents an adaptation of William Shakespeare’s iconic, Romeo & Juliet.

Wed 5 Aug15:30Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Theatre in the Parks - The Ghost of Achilles

A musical adaptation to be enjoyed by all the family!

Fri 7 Aug15:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Theatre in the Parks - The Cursed Ring

It began with the forging of the great ring.

Mon 10 Aug15:00Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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Theatre in the Parks - The Jungle Book

Immersion Theatre are thrilled to bring their entertaining musical adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling family favourite, The Jungle Book!

Tue 11 Aug13:30Moyse's Hall Museum

via Moyse's Hall Museum

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