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Murder, She Didn’t Write

A murder mystery where YOU help write the story!

Get ready for an evening of hilarious twists, suspicious characters and unexpected surprises as Murder, She Didn’t Write comes to the Lichfield Garrick.

Edinburgh Fringe favourites Degrees of Error bring their hugely popular improvised murder mystery comedy to Lichfield, inviting audiences to become detectives — and even help create the crime!

Inspired by the classic mysteries of Agatha Christie, this wonderfully inventive production is different every night.

The audience provides suggestions, the talented cast creates the characters and circumstances, and an entirely original murder mystery unfolds before your eyes.

Who will be the victim? Where will the crime take place? And, most importantly, who is the murderer?

With outrageous scenarios, quick-fire improvisation and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, the performers must solve the theatrical puzzle they’ve created — while the audience tries to identify the guilty party.

Whether you’re a dedicated detective fiction fan or simply enjoy a great comedy, this is an evening of entertainment where absolutely anything could happen.

Can you solve the mystery before the killer is revealed?

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 19 January 2027

Time: 7:30pm

Venue: Lichfield Garrick – Main Auditorium

Tickets: From £22.50

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval

Age Guidance: 12+

Genre: Comedy / Improvised Theatre

Content Guidance: Contains some strong language and sexual references.

Booking Information

Tickets are available directly from the Lichfield Garrick.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/murder-she-didnt-write

The D-Day Darlings – Victorious

A wonderful celebration of music, memories and the spirit of a generation!

Britain’s beloved wartime-inspired vocal group, The D-Day Darlings, return to the stage with their spectacular new show, Victorious, coming to the Lichfield Garrick in January 2027.

Led by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby, the group takes audiences on a nostalgic musical journey through some of the most memorable songs of the twentieth century.

Following their successful VE Day 80 tour and appearances at London’s Royal Albert Hall, The D-Day Darlings bring their trademark close harmonies, vintage glamour and heartfelt performances to Lichfield.

From the much-loved melodies of the 1940s to the swinging sounds of the post-war years, Victorious celebrates the music that brought people together through extraordinary times.

Audiences can look forward to songs associated with legendary performers including Vera Lynn and The Andrews Sisters, alongside moving storytelling and beautiful vocal arrangements.

More than simply a concert, this uplifting production celebrates courage, friendship, resilience and the enduring power of music.

Whether you remember these wonderful songs or are discovering them for the first time, The D-Day Darlings promise an evening filled with nostalgia, warmth and entertainment.

An unforgettable musical tribute to the songs and spirit of generations past.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 20 January 2027

Time: 7:30pm

Venue: Lichfield Garrick – Main Auditorium

Tickets: £29

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes, including a 20-minute interval

Suitable for: All the family

Booking Information

Tickets are available directly from the Lichfield Garrick.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/d-day-darlings

The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons starring Matt Terry

Oh, What a Night!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of sensational music as The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons comes to the Lichfield Garrick, starring the fantastic Matt Terry.

Celebrating one of the most successful vocal groups in music history, this spectacular live show takes audiences on a nostalgic journey through the unforgettable hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

From their early days singing on the streets of New Jersey to international superstardom, the group’s distinctive harmonies and infectious melodies have delighted generations of music lovers.

Featuring a talented cast of West End performers, the show brings the magic of their legendary music to life with spectacular vocals, irresistible rhythms and plenty of opportunities to sing along.

Enjoy timeless favourites including:

Sherry
Big Girls Don’t Cry
My Eyes Adored You
Can’t Take My Eyes Off You

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering their music for the first time, this promises to be a wonderful evening of nostalgia, entertainment and feel-good music.

It’s a celebration of the songs that defined a generation!

Event Details

Date: Sunday 17 January 2027

Time: 7:30pm

Venue: Lichfield Garrick – Main Auditorium

Tickets: £43

Running Time: Approximately 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval

Age Guidance: Suitable for all ages

Booking Information

Tickets are available directly from the Lichfield Garrick.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/the-best-of-frankie-valli

BLACKOUT: Fear Loves an Audience

BLACKOUT – Fear Loves an Audience

Once the curtain rises, there’s no turning back…

Prepare for an evening of spine-tingling suspense as BLACKOUT – Fear Loves an Audience arrives at the Lichfield Garrick.

This immersive theatrical experience takes audiences into a mysterious old theatre, where a small cast gathers late at night for what should be an ordinary rehearsal.

But the building has a dark reputation. Strange stories, whispered warnings and long-forgotten superstitions begin to take on a disturbing reality.

As the theatre doors close, the line between fiction and reality starts to disappear. Every unexpected movement, unsettling sound and creeping shadow draws the audience deeper into a world where nothing is quite what it seems.

Combining atmospheric storytelling, suspense and unnerving theatrical effects, BLACKOUT promises an unforgettable evening for those who enjoy a good scare.

Because fear loves an audience!

Event Details

Date: Saturday 16 January 2027
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Lichfield Garrick – Main Auditorium
Tickets: From £23.50
Running Time: Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes
Age Guidance: 15+

Booking Information

Tickets are available directly from the Lichfield Garrick website.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/blackout-fear-loves-an-audience

Seven Tears of the Selkie – Creative Burntwood – 16 January 2027

Seven Tears of the Selkie – Creative Burntwood

Discover a magical world where seals become people and extraordinary stories come to life!

Join The Fetch Theatre Company for Seven Tears of the Selkie, a captivating theatrical adventure inspired by the ancient Celtic legends of the Selkies.

Across the Celtic world, stories have been told for generations about mysterious seals who shed their skins to take human form.

Through beautiful Bunraku puppetry, enchanting original music and an ingenious transforming set, this imaginative production transports audiences into a world of wonder.

Told entirely without words, the performance combines visual storytelling, music and audience interaction to create a magical experience for children and adults alike.

A wonderful opportunity for families to discover the power of imagination and the timeless appeal of traditional folklore.

Event Details

Production: Seven Tears of the Selkie
Presented by: The Fetch Theatre Company
Date: Saturday 16 January 2027
Time: 1:00 pm
Venue: Chase Terrace Community Centre, Burntwood
Suitable for: Ages 6+
Tickets: £5

Booking Information

Tickets are available through the Lichfield Garrick’s Creative Burntwood programme.

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A Christmas Story – Creative Burntwood – 12 December 2026

A Christmas Story – Creative Burntwood

Step into a world of festive imagination this December as Creative Burntwood presents A Christmas Story, a magical storytelling experience for children aged 5–11.

Join Jodie on a wonderful Christmas adventure filled with stories, imagination and discovery.

This immersive experience invites young audiences to explore the magic of storytelling while discovering how stories can bring people together and help us communicate.

A lovely opportunity for children to enjoy something creative and different during the festive season.

Event Details

Event: A Christmas Story – Creative Burntwood
Date: Saturday 12 December 2026
Time: 2:00 pm
Venue: Ashmole Bowls & Social Club, Burntwood
Suitable for: Ages 5–11
Tickets: £5

Booking Information

Tickets and further information are available through the Lichfield Garrick’s Creative Burntwood programme.

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Robin Hood – Lichfield Garrick Pantomime 2026

Robin Hood – Lichfield Garrick Christmas Pantomime 2026

Robin Hood is riding into Lichfield this Christmas!

Get ready for a spectacular festive adventure as the Lichfield Garrick presents Robin Hood, its Christmas pantomime for 2026.

When the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham joins forces with evil to steal the crown, it’s up to Robin Hood, Maid Marian and the Merry Men to save the day!

But can our heroes outwit the Sheriff and restore order before it’s too late?

Packed with hilarious comedy, spectacular songs, colourful costumes, magical scenery and plenty of audience participation, this brand-new pantomime promises festive entertainment for the whole family.

Expect traditional pantomime fun, larger-than-life characters, plenty of laughter and a few unexpected surprises along the way.

Oh yes it does!

Event Details

Production: Robin Hood – Christmas Pantomime 2026
Venue: Lichfield Garrick, Main Auditorium
Dates: 20 November 2026 – 10 January 2027
Tickets: From £15

Performance Dates & Booking

Robin Hood runs throughout the Christmas and New Year season, with matinee and evening performances on selected dates.

Please visit the official Lichfield Garrick website to check individual performance dates, start times, ticket availability and prices.

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Accessible Performances

Relaxed performance: Sunday 29 November at 11am

BSL-signed performances: Thursday 17 December at 7pm and Sunday 3 January at 11am.

Please note that the production includes flashing lights, strobe effects, haze and pyrotechnics.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/robin-hood-2026#dates-and-times

A Shoddy Nativity – Lichfield Garrick – Christmas 2026

A Shoddy Nativity – Lichfield Garrick

Christmas is coming, the audience is waiting, and the school nativity is about to begin. There’s just one rather enormous problem… the children haven’t turned up!

Join Shoddy Theatre and The Production Garden for A Shoddy Nativity, a wonderfully chaotic festive comedy at the Lichfield Garrick.

With the show in danger of becoming a complete disaster, three increasingly desperate adults decide that the only solution is to perform the entire nativity themselves.

What could possibly go wrong?

Expect hilarious mishaps, unexpected surprises and plenty of festive mayhem as this unlikely trio attempts to rescue Christmas against all the odds.

If you enjoy a Christmas show with a mischievous sense of humour and something a little different from the traditional pantomime, A Shoddy Nativity promises an entertaining seasonal outing.

Event Details

Production: A Shoddy Nativity
Presented by: Shoddy Theatre and The Production Garden
Venue: Lichfield Garrick Studio, Lichfield
Season: 4 December 2026 – 3 January 2027

Performance Dates & Booking

Performances take place on selected dates throughout the Christmas and New Year season, with start times varying.

Please check the official Lichfield Garrick website for individual performance dates, times, ticket availability and booking information.

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A Christmas Carol – Creative Burntwood – 4 December 2026

A Christmas Carol – A Festive Theatre Experience

Celebrate the magic of Christmas as This Is My Theatre brings Charles Dickens’ timeless classic A Christmas Carol to St Anne’s Church, Lichfield.

On Christmas Eve, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge receives an unexpected visit from the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley. What follows is an extraordinary journey through Christmases Past, Present and Future, offering Scrooge one final opportunity to change his ways.

Adapted and directed by Sarah Slator, with music by Simon Stallard, this enchanting one-act production combines Dickens’ unforgettable storytelling with warmth, humour and plenty of traditional Christmas carols.

Expect a festive theatrical experience filled with charm, laughter and the enduring message of kindness and generosity.

Whether you’re revisiting this much-loved story or discovering it for the first time, A Christmas Carol promises a heartwarming celebration of the Christmas spirit.

Event Details

Production: A Christmas Carol
Presented by: This Is My Theatre
Venue: St Anne’s Church, Lichfield
Tickets: £5, or £8 including a mince pie and mulled wine
Genre: Family Theatre

For confirmed performance dates, times and booking information, please visit the official Lichfield Garrick website.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/events/a-christmas-carol-creative-burntwood

Introduction to Panto Workshop – Lichfield – 1 December 2026

Introduction to Panto Workshop – Lichfield Creative Hub

Ever wondered what it takes to bring the magic of pantomime to the stage?

Join Lichfield Garrick’s Creative Hub for a fun and engaging Introduction to Panto Workshop on Tuesday 1 December 2026.

Led by Joe Feeney, who plays the Sheriff of Nottingham in the Garrick’s production of Robin Hood, this workshop offers young performers an opportunity to explore the wonderful world of pantomime.

Discover the traditions, characters and performance techniques that make pantomime such a much-loved part of British theatre.

Whether you’re interested in acting, enjoy performing or simply want to learn more about this colourful theatrical tradition, this promises to be an enjoyable introduction.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 1 December 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Venue: Lichfield Garrick Creative Hub
Workshop Leader: Joe Feeney
Age Group: 11–18 years
Tickets: £5

For booking information and further details, visit the official Lichfield Garrick website.

https://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/book/instance/827202