Key Theatre
Events at this venue
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Romeo and Juliet
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomThe Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher. Pitcher’s acclaimed credits include Gypsy (UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production) and My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, and Macbeth at the Salomons Theatre, Tubridge Wells. Returning to the company following Macbeth (2025), this vibrant production also features original music by composer Rob Millett (Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Opera House, The National Theatre and Shakespeare’s Globe).
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Behind The Scenes – Key Theatre Tours
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomCurious about what happens beyond the stage lights at the Key Theatre, Peterborough? Join one of our welcoming in-house team members for a one-hour guided tour that takes you both on stage and backstage.
Uncover the fascinating history of this riverside theatre, hear stories from its past productions, and explore the hidden corners usually reserved for cast and crew. -
The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomImmortalised by The Two Ronnies, this Jack the Ripper parody is raspberry-jam-packed with Spike Milligan’s and Ronnie Barker’s love of surreal absurdism, clever puns, near-the-knuckle ribaldry, quick-fire jokes and famous wordplay.
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PODS: Come From Away
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomThis acclaimed New York Times Critics’ Pick tells the remarkable story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small Newfoundland town that welcomed them with open arms in the days following September 11, 2001. Full of warmth, humour, and soaring music, this feel-good musical celebrates kindness, community, and the extraordinary connections that can grow in the most unexpected circumstances.
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Ian Stone is ‘Looking for the Wow’
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomIan Stone is a hugely experienced broadcaster, podcaster and writer and a brilliantly funny comedian. He performs at major comedy festivals and venues globally. His popular posts and reels on social media have quickly earned him a following of over 60k across BlueSky, Instagram, TikTok and Facebook, amassing millions of views.
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Queen Idia the Musical
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomLive music at Key Theatre, with full ticket, timing and access details on the official event page.
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The Ultimate Bubble Show
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomRay Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, is on a mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble! This show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises, as Ray uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.
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In the Night Garden Live
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomCome and join Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends at In the Night Garden Live in their hit show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day – where Igglepiggle looks for his friends and follows their funny sounds until he finds them all.
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Magic Touch
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomAn interactive magic show designed to be felt as well as seen.
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Kindred Drama presents: The Addams Family
Key Theatre Embankment Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United KingdomThey’re creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky, and they’re coming to Peterborough! Join Kindred Drama this summer for a delightfully dark and hilariously heartwarming production of The Addams Family, the hit musical comedy based on the iconic TV series and characters we all love.