Theatre Royal

The Theatre Royal is Norwich, Norfolk and East Anglia's premier theatre presenting a high quality mix of comedy, drama, musicals, dance, opera, music and family shows all year round.

The theare had a £10m refurbishment in 2007, designed by Tim Foster Architects. The traditional Christmas family pantomime is by far the biggest money-spinner for the theatre each year. In 2006, it was Cinderella, starring former Coronation Street actor Adam Rickitt as Prince Charming. The following year former Doctor Who Colin Baker played King Rat in Dick Whittington. Neighbours actress Caitlin Stasey took the title role in Snow White in 2008, with Stephen Fry appearing on a "magic mirror" during each performance. In one of the most hotly-anticipated events since the refurbishment, Patrick Stewart and Sir Ian McKellan will appear in Waiting For Godot in April 2008.