Milton Keynes Theatre Confirms Autumn Season Line-Up for 2026
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From West End sensations and iconic concerts to festive magic and world-class performances, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The season gets underway with John Cleese and the Holy Grail on Sat 5 Sep, celebrating comedy legend John Cleese with a special screening of Monty Python and the Holy Grail, followed by an exclusive audience Q&A. Comedy continues with Sam Campbell on Sun 6 Sep, before the spectacular Barnum arrives from Tue 8 – Sat 12 Sep, bringing dazzling entertainment and unforgettable performances to the stage.
Thrills take centre stage as the supernatural phenomenon Paranormal Activity runs from Tue 15 – Sat 19 Sep, before music lovers can enjoy an evening with Michael Ball on Sun 20 Sep. Closing out the month is the hit Broadway musical Waitress, serving up heart, humour and an irresistible score from Tue 22 – Sat 26 Sep.
October opens with the gripping stage adaptation of The Silence of the Lambs, running from Mon 28 Sep – Sat 3 Oct, followed by comedy icon Sir Lenny Henry on Mon 4 Oct. Audiences can then experience the multi-award-winning production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time from Tue 6 – Sat 10 Oct, before one of the world's favourite musicals, MAMMA MIA!, arrives for a spectacular two-week run from Tue 13 Oct.
Music fans are also in for a treat, with Francis Rossi taking to the stage on Sun 25 Oct. The month then ends with the arrival of the internationally acclaimed Matilda The Musical, opening on Wed 28 Oct and running until Sat 14 Nov.
November brings an impressive line-up, beginning with broadcaster and bestselling author Michael Portillo: A Life of Two Halves on Mon 16 Nov. The world-renowned The Australian Pink Floyd Show follows on Tue 17 – Wed 18 Nov, before Harry Enfield and No Chums takes to the stage on Thu 19 Nov. Comedy continues with Chris Ramsey: Here, Man! on Fri 20 Nov and Simon Brodkin: Unleashed on Sat 21 Nov.
Country music fans can enjoy A Country Night in Nashville on Sun 22 Nov, before the global smash-hit musical SIX reigns over Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 24 – Sat 28 Nov, bringing the six wives of Henry VIII to life in a high-energy pop concert sensation.
The festive season begins in magical style as the spectacular family pantomime Sleeping Beauty opens on Sat 5 Dec, running throughout Christmas and into the New Year until Sun 10 Jan. Packed with dazzling costumes, stunning sets, laugh-out-loud comedy and plenty of audience participation, it promises to be the perfect festive treat for the whole family.
Looking ahead to January, audiences can enjoy an exciting start to 2027 with comedy favourites including Lucy Beaumont: Bad at Quiz Shows, Good with Weirdos on Wed 13 Jan and Romesh Ranganathan: Will Change Your Life on Fri 15 Jan. The season continues with the return of classic mystery Agatha Christie's The Hollow from Tue 19 – Sat 23 Jan, the acclaimed dance production Matthew Bourne's Cinderella from Tue 26 – Sat 30 Jan, and the iconic musical adaptation of Back to the Future, running from Tue 9 – Sat 27 Feb.
