Theatre Events in Glasgow in May 2026
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Events in Glasgow
Carmen - Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour - featuring the Ukrainian Opera
Don't miss an evening of passion, sexual jealousy, death and unforgettable arias when this award winning Ellen Kent Production of Bizet's Carmen returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Madama Butterfly - Ellen Kent’s Farewell Opera Tour - featuring the Ukrainian Opera
Back as part of the Farewell Opera Tour, Ellen Kent's award-winning Opera Madama Butterfly returns to Glasgow Royal Concert Hall featuring The Ukrainian Opera!
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Scottish Opera - The Marriage of Figaro
Sir Thomas Allen revives his much-loved production of Mozart's unstoppable masterpiece when Scottish Opera bring The Marriage of Figaro to the Theatre Royal Glasgow!
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Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story
The sensational multi award winning West End show, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story, comes to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for two nights in May 2026!
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The High Life
After a 30-year delay in the departure lounge, The High Life returns with a new musical spectacular to the King's Theatre Glasgow featuring all four original cast members!
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The Mersey Beatles
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world's favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four, The Mersey Beatles, live at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 14th May!
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Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Man in the Mirror is the brand new, must see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson! Don't miss it at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 17th May!
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Radio Ga Ga
Radio Ga Ga, the UK's authoritative Queen Concert Show performed live, in a two-hour rock spectacular, is coming to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 21st May!
READ MOREThe Bodyguard
The international, award-winning smash-hit musical based on the blockbuster film, The Bodyguard is back! Don't miss it when it returns to the King's Theatre Glasgow in 2026!
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The Battle
Glasgow's Theatre Royal is thrilled to announce The Battle, a new comedy based (mostly) on real events co-presented by Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep, will arrive at the venue in May 2026!
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Up A Close
Following a sell out run across Scotland, Kingsman Travelling Theatre Company is absolutely delighted to be bringing Up A Close, Joanna's story back to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Theatre Events in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Almost Impossible 2.0: Martin Brock
Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions!
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The Bodyguard
The international, award-winning smash-hit musical based on the blockbuster film, The Bodyguard is back! Don't miss it when it returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse in 2026!
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Scottish Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
Sir Thomas Allen revives his much-loved production of Mozart’s unstoppable masterpiece, The Marriage of Figaro, at Festival Theatre in May.
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Lost In Music - One Night In the Disco
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70's when Lost In Music take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Friday 15th May!
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Meet Me At Boots Corner
The legendary meeting place for Glasgow's love's young dream, the iconic Boots Corner, is brought back to life in this hilarious musical at Airdrie Town Hall!
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Girls’ Night Oot! 2 - Heartbreaks and Promises
The ladies are back for a night full of song and laughter, don't miss the sensational sequel to Girls' Night Oot! at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 30th May!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Celebrating Celine - A New Day
Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to her music, Celebrating Celine, at Beacon Arts Centre, promises an evening of joy, emotion, and unforgettable entertainment!
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An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret is back in town with a dazzling new production, don't miss it at Beacon Arts Centre on Saturday 16th May!
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