Bluey and friends return to Sheffield – for real life!
Back by hugely popular demand, Bluey is returning to Sheffield in the Olivier Award-nominated live stage show Bluey’s Big Play, bringing laughter, music and family fun to the Lyceum Theatre.

Produced by Andrew Kay and Cuffe & Taylor with Windmill Theatre Co for BBC Studios, this joyful production transforms the Emmy® Award-winning TV series into a magical live experience.
What’s the story?
When Dad (Bandit) just wants a bit of afternoon “me time”, Bluey and Bingo have other ideas. Armed with games, imagination and plenty of mischief, they’ll do anything to get him off that bean bag.

With an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm and brand-new music by composer Joff Bush, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before — Bluey, for real life.
Why families love it
Faithful, beautifully crafted puppets
Gentle humour for grown-ups and big laughs for kids
Short, perfectly paced show ideal for younger audiences
A shared theatre experience for the whole family
Expect dancing in seats, squeals of delight and plenty of heart — just like the TV show.
Audience & access information
Running time: approx. 50 minutes (no interval)
Accessible performances available
Suitable for preschool and primary-age children

🎟 Tickets & full details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/bluey-big-play-2026

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A celebratory opening to Sheffield’s Chamber Music Festival 2026
The Sheffield Chamber Music Festival 2026 opens in bold, theatrical style with a special Festival Launch concert led by acclaimed soprano Claire Booth and Ensemble 360, at the Playhouse.

Claire Booth — the Festival’s Guest Curator and RPS Singer of the Year 2025 — launches nine days of chamber music, song and high theatre with a striking programme that blends storytelling, drama and celebration.
A powerful opening programme
The evening begins with a compelling one-woman opera by Judith Weir, retelling the story of “the last real Viking”, Harald Hardrada. Intimate, intense and theatrical, this opening sets the tone for a festival that embraces bold ideas and vivid musical storytelling.

Following this, the forces of Ensemble 360 take to the stage with:
Harrison Birtwistle – a highly theatrical procession of musicians
Johannes Brahms – Serenade, a brilliant and much-loved work that brings the concert to a swaggering, celebratory close
Together, the programme offers a joyful and confident opening to the festival — rich in character, colour and musical ambition.
Post-concert celebration
To mark the start of the Festival, all ticket-holders are invited to a free glass of wine or soft drink in the Crucible Bar after the concert — a chance to celebrate, reflect and toast the days of music ahead.
Booking offers
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🎟 Tickets & full details:
https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/festival-launch-2

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