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Nestled in Nottingham, our contemporary performing arts and conference centre boasts state-of-the-art facilities, offering a versatile and immersive experience for both artistic expression and professional gatherings.

28/09/2026

WHAT’S ON THIS OCTOBER AT SQUIRE PAC

October is looking pretty exciting at Squire Performing Arts Centre Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, a live music lover, or looking for a thought-provoking evening at the theatre, we’ve got something for you.

15 October
How to Catch a Serial Killer
Think you’d crack the case before everyone else? Put your detective skills to the test in this interactive true crime experience featuring crime scenes, evidence, profiling and live audience voting.

16 October
Becky Syson & Lauren South
An intimate evening of original songs, stories and beautiful musicianship from two acclaimed singer-songwriters whose friendship and love of music shines through every performance.

22 October
Another Goodbye
A moving and uplifting theatrical experience from Adie Mueller exploring love, loss and remembrance through storytelling, movement and visual imagery, followed by a post-show conversation with Nottinghamshire Hospice.

Three very different events. Three great reasons to visit the theatre this October.

Tickets are on sale now via the link in our bio.

22/09/2026

WE’RE HIRING!

The curtain is rising on your next career move...
Join the team at The Squire Performing Arts Centre, a creative hub for performing arts in the heart of Nottingham!

We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic people to join us on 0-hour contracts as:

Bar Staff
Ushers
Deputy Managers

Whether you’re a theatre lover, people person, or just looking for flexible work in a fun and welcoming environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Be part of the magic and help us create unforgettable experiences for our audiences.

Send your CV to [email protected]
Your spotlight is waiting!

SquirePAC HiringNow

16/09/2026

🎻 Granny’s Attic are coming to Squire!

One of the most exciting names in English folk music, Granny’s Attic bring traditional material to life with brilliant musicianship, energy and their own distinctive style.

Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne, George Sansome and Lewis Wood have been touring together across the UK and Europe since 2009.

Alongside their interpretations of traditional folk, the trio also write their own material, with releases including 2021’s The Brickfields and their 2025 album Cold Blows the Wind.

📅 Friday 13 November 2026
🕢 7:30pm
📍 The Squire Performing Arts Centre, Nottingham
🎟️ Tickets £17 + booking fees

If you love live folk music – or fancy discovering something new – don’t miss the chance to see Granny’s Attic live in Nottingham.

🎟️ Book your tickets: https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/grannys-attic/

11/09/2026

🎶 Becky Syson & Lauren South – Live at Squire PAC

Two acclaimed singer-songwriters come together for a special evening of original music on Friday 16 October.

Nottinghamshire-based Becky Syson and multi-instrumentalist Lauren South bring their own distinctive styles to the stage, with songs shaped by friendship, motherhood, the natural world and the experiences that connect us.

Expect heartfelt songwriting, beautiful musicianship and an intimate evening of live folk music from two artists firmly established on the UK folk circuit.

📅 Friday 16 October
🕢 7:30pm
🎟️ Tickets £15 (+Fee's)

Book your tickets now: https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/becky-syson-and-lauren-south/

02/09/2026

🔎 Think you could catch a serial killer?

On Thursday 15 October, the UK’s first interactive serial killer investigation comes to Squire Performing Arts Centre.

Hosted by serial killer expert Cheish Merryweather, you’ll step inside the investigation with dramatised crime scenes, criminal profiling, forensic evidence and simulated autopsies - before using the clues to make your own decisions and help catch the killer LIVE.

With audience voting and high-pressure investigative scenarios, this isn’t just a true crime talk - you’re part of the case.

📅 Thursday 15 October, 7.30pm
📍 Squire Performing Arts Centre, Nottingham
🎟️ Tickets £24
🔞 Recommended 16+

Could you catch the killer before they strike again?

Book your tickets now: https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/can-you-catch-a-serial-killer/

28/08/2026

🏹 Not long to go - the Robin Hood International Improv Festival starts NEXT WEEK!

A full week of world-class improv is coming to Nottingham, bringing performers from across the globe to Squire PAC for fast-paced comedy, spontaneous storytelling and plenty of moments you’ll only ever see once.

With individual shows, evening passes and full festival passes available, there are plenty of ways to get involved - but with the festival almost here, now’s the time to get your tickets sorted.

🎭 World-class improv
🌍 International performers
😂 Completely unpredictable live comedy
🎟️ Individual shows and festival passes available

Don’t leave it until the last minute – book your tickets now and join us for Robin Hood International Improv Festival 2026! 👇

https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/robin-hood-international-improv-festival-2026/

19/08/2026

We know summer’s not over just yet… but we couldn’t resist giving you a little look ahead at what’s coming this autumn at Squire Performing Arts Centre 🍂

🔎 Can You Catch a Serial Killer? - 15 October
Step inside an interactive true crime investigation, analyse the evidence and see if you can catch the killer live.

🎶 Becky Syson & Lauren South - 16 October
Two brilliant singer-songwriters join forces for an evening of original songs, heartfelt storytelling and live folk music.

🎻 Granny’s Attic - 13 November
One of English folk’s most exciting trios, bringing traditional music to life with exceptional musicianship and infectious energy.

🎵 The Rheingans Sisters - 20 November
Award-winning folk meets bold experimentation in an immersive live show packed with fiddles, voices and unexpected sounds.

🇫🇷 PIAF - 27 November
Christine Bovill brings the extraordinary story and songs of Edith Piaf to life in a powerful journey through passion, pain and Paris.

🏛️ A Roman Rumble - 12 December
An outrageous adults-only panto packed with filthy innuendo, big musical numbers, audience interaction and absolute Roman chaos.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!

Take a look at the full programme and book online here:
https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/

05/08/2026

🎭 RENT is coming to Squire!

Spotlight Theatre presents Jonathan Larson’s award-winning rock musical, following a group of young artists navigating love, friendship and loss in New York City.

Powerful, moving and packed with unforgettable music, this is one you will not want to miss.

📅 Thursday 27 - Sunday 30 August
🎟️ Tickets £20-22

Ticket are still on sale:
https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/spotlight-theatre-presents-rent/

17/07/2026

Tickets are still available for the Robin Hood International Improv Festival 2026! 🎭

Taking place from Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 September, the festival brings performers from across the globe to Nottingham for a week of world-class improvised comedy, fast-paced scenes and plenty of unexpected moments.

Choose from individual show tickets, evening passes or an All Festival Pass and enjoy as much of the festival as you like.

Book tickets: https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/robin-hood-international-improv-festival-2026/

15/07/2026

🎶 Get ready to return to Rydell High as Zak Scott Productions presents Grease at The Squire Performing Arts Centre!

Packed with high-energy dance numbers, plenty of humour and iconic songs including 'Summer Nights', 'Greased Lightnin’ and 'You’re the One That I Want', this much-loved musical promises a fantastic night of rock ’n’ roll, romance and nostalgia.

Brought to life by a talented cast of young performers as part of Zak Scott Productions’ Summer School, this special production is full of energy, enthusiasm and unforgettable music.

📅 Wednesday 12 – Saturday 15 August 2026

Grab your tickets and join us for a brilliant trip back to Rydell High! 🎟️

https://squirepac.co.uk/whats-on/zak-scott-productions-presents-grease/

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9 Arboretum Street
Nottingham
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http://www.squirepac.co.uk/

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