Tour Dates Announced for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time 2027 UK Tour
The beloved stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time will return to theatres across the UK in 2027, marking its first major tour in several years. Widely celebrated for its inventive storytelling and visually striking staging, the production remains one of the most influential pieces of modern British theatre. Its return is expected to draw significant excitement from fans of London theatre and touring audiences alike who have been eager to see the show back on the road.
Based on Mark Haddon’s award winning novel, the story follows fifteen year old Christopher Boone as he sets out to solve the mystery of a neighbour’s dog. What begins as a simple investigation quickly transforms into a journey that challenges everything Christopher believes about the world and the people in it. The production is known for its immersive design, emotionally resonant performances and its ability to blend theatrical innovation with deeply human storytelling.
A Major Return for a Landmark Production
Producers have confirmed that the 2027 tour will introduce refreshed staging and updated technical elements to further enhance the show’s dynamic visual language. While full casting has not yet been announced, audiences can expect a company capable of delivering the physical and emotional precision the play is known for.
Newly announced dates for 2027 include: Edinburgh, Festival Theatre (Tuesday 12 – 16 Saturday January 2027); Cheltenham, Everyman Theatre (Tuesday 19 - Saturday 23 January), Sunderland, Empire Theatre (Tuesday 2 - Saturday 6 February), Cambridge, Arts Theatre (Tuesday 9 - Saturday 13 February), Richmond, Richmond Theatre (Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 February); Northampton, Derngate Theatre (Tuesday 22 – Saturday 27 February); Manchester, Opera House (Tuesday 2 – Saturday 6 March); Glasgow, Theatre Royal (Tuesday 9 – Saturday 13 March); Chester, Storyhouse Theatre (Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 March); Aberdeen, His Majesty’s Theatre (Tuesday 23 – Saturday 27 March); Shrewsbury, Theatre Severn (Tuesday 13 – Saturday 17 April); Bradford, Alhambra Theatre (Tuesday 20 – Saturday 24 April); Cardiff, Wales Millennium Centre (Tuesday 27 April – Saturday 1 May); Aylesbury, Waterside Theatre (Tuesday 4 – Saturday 8 May); Southampton, Mayflower Theatre (Tuesday 11 – Saturday 15 May), Malvern, Malvern Theatre (Tuesday 18 - Saturday 22 May) and Darlington, Hippodrome Theatre, (Tuesday 25 - Saturday 28 May 2027).
As previously announced, after opening at the Birmingham Rep in early September 2026 (full run dates to be announced November 14th 2025), The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time then tours throughout 2026 to Woking, New Victoria Theatre (Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 September 2026); Brighton, Theatre Royal (Tuesday 29 September – Friday 3 October 2026); Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes Theatre (Tuesday 6 - Saturday 19 October 2026); Nottingham, Theatre Royal (Tuesday 13 – Saturday 17 October 2026); Leicester, Curve Theatre (Tuesday 20 – Saturday 24 October 2026); York, Grand Opera House (Tuesday 27 – Saturday 31 October 2026); Liverpool, Empire Theare (Tuesday 3 – Saturday 7 November 2026) and Bath, Theatre Royal (Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 November 2026).
With the tour visiting major cities throughout the UK, this is an ideal opportunity for both longstanding theatre lovers and new audiences to experience a modern classic. With its compelling characters and imaginative approach to storytelling, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time remains a powerful example of what makes British theatre so distinctive. Its return will undoubtedly be a highlight of the 2027 theatre calendar.

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