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Special Events in the United Kingdom

Special Events in the United Kingdom

This events guide features all the information we have on events in the United Kingdom. The guide covers theatres featured on this website so you may wish to check local listings for any additional theatre tours available in the United Kingdom. Enjoy your event!



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Britannia Panopticon, Glasgow

Britannia Panopticon, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Open House Tours

Thu-Sat, 12pm-4pm

Open House Tours

The Britannia Panopticon is generally open Thursdays through Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm. Check with venue for special events and restrictions.

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King’s Theatre, Glasgow

King’s Theatre, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Building And Heritage Tour

17th May 2025, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am

Building And Heritage Tour

Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the The King’s Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.

Guided by tour leaders with a wealth of knowledge, these tours will be taking place at 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am and 11am on Saturday 5th April, Saturday 19th April, Saturday 17th May, and Saturday 24th May.

Tours last around 1 hour. If you need more information, email clglasgow@theambassadors.com Link opens in new window.

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King’s Theatre, Glasgow

King’s Theatre, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Building And Heritage Tour

24th May 2025, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am

Building And Heritage Tour

Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the The King’s Theatre is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before & grab some historical facts along the way.

Guided by tour leaders with a wealth of knowledge, these tours will be taking place at 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am and 11am on Saturday 5th April, Saturday 19th April, Saturday 17th May, and Saturday 24th May.

Tours last around 1 hour. If you need more information, email clglasgow@theambassadors.com Link opens in new window.

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Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

United Kingdom: outside London


Sheffield Theatres Tours

30th May 2025, 10am

Sheffield Theatres Tours

Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.

Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.

Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas.

Allow up to 2 hours for the tour.

Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.

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Theatre Royal, Glasgow

Theatre Royal, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Building And Heritage Tour

31st May 2025, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am

Building And Heritage Tour

Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the Theatre Royal is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before, and grab some historical facts along the way.

Guided by tour leaders with a wealth of knowledge, these tours will be taking place on Saturday 31st May, Saturday 14th June, and Saturday 28th June. Tickets £12.50. Tours start at 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, and 11am.

For more information email clglasgow@theambassadors.com Link opens in new window.

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Theatre Royal, Glasgow

Theatre Royal, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Building And Heritage Tour

14th June 2025, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am

Building And Heritage Tour

Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the Theatre Royal is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before, and grab some historical facts along the way.

Guided by tour leaders with a wealth of knowledge, these tours will be taking place on Saturday 31st May, Saturday 14th June, and Saturday 28th June. Tickets £12.50. Tours start at 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, and 11am.

For more information email clglasgow@theambassadors.com Link opens in new window.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

United Kingdom: outside London


Sheffield Theatres Tours

28th June 2025, 10am

Sheffield Theatres Tours

Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.

Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.

Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas.

Allow up to 2 hours for the tour.

Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

Theatre Royal, Glasgow

Theatre Royal, Glasgow

United Kingdom: outside London


Building And Heritage Tour

28th June 2025, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am

Building And Heritage Tour

Happening on selected days, this exceptional insight into the Theatre Royal is your chance to get to know the building like you never have before, and grab some historical facts along the way.

Guided by tour leaders with a wealth of knowledge, these tours will be taking place on Saturday 31st May, Saturday 14th June, and Saturday 28th June. Tickets £12.50. Tours start at 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, and 11am.

For more information email clglasgow@theambassadors.com Link opens in new window.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

Lyceum Theatre, Sheffield

United Kingdom: outside London


Sheffield Theatres Tours

20th September 2025, 10am

Sheffield Theatres Tours

Go behind-the-scenes with a guided tour of our iconic theatres.

Perfect for people who want to find out more about the history and restoration of the Lyceum, or the brutalism of the Crucible.

Our Theatre Tours give you access to the non-public areas of our three theatres, the Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse, including the backstage and cast areas.

Allow up to 2 hours for the tour.

Please note that Sheffield Theatres are fully working theatres. Each tour is unique and varies depending upon what is available on the day. Plans may be altered at short notice so we cannot guarantee in advance which areas you will visit.

Click here to go to the event website. Link opens in new window

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