Macready Theatre

13/06/2026

The curtain may be down...
but the story is far from over.

This autumn, we're bringing live entertainment to some unexpected places.

🎭 Theatre
🎷 Music
😂 Comedy
✨ And much more

Keep watching. The next chapter of Macready Theatre is almost here.

12/06/2026

What happens when a community tries to remember something no one can fully explain?

As part of Festival on The Close, Macready Theatre and Bloomsbury Festival present *Empty Sky* by Maddie Wakeling – a brand-new play exploring memories, tape recordings and the stories we tell ourselves to make sense of the impossible.

Through unexpected interviews, forgotten fragments and half-remembered truths, Macready Theatre's talented young actors bring this fast-paced, fun-filled production to life in Square Pegs' signature style: sharp, simple and brilliantly absurd.

⭐ "A short spectacular showcase" ***** – Mumble Theatre
⭐ "Unlike anything I've ever seen" **** – North West End UK

Join us for an imaginative and thought-provoking theatrical experience that will leave you questioning what is real, what is remembered, and what lies somewhere in between.

🎟 Book your tickets now via the Festival website.

12/06/2026

The last shows you’ll see at Macready Theatre before we close for our exciting refurbishment!!

Get those tickets booked!

11/06/2026

Something new is taking shape... 👀
The stage lights may be turning off at Macready Theatre for now, but behind the scenes we're preparing for an exciting new chapter.

New spaces.
New experiences.
The same unforgettable entertainment.

Coming soon... 👀

10/06/2026

We're thrilled to be part of this year's Festival on The Close, hosting an exciting line-up of events at the theatre.

✨ 1. Empty Sky
🎶 Gents of St John's
🌟 West End to Broadway
🩰 Giselle presented by Kings International Ballet
🎭 Monologue Shakespeare Slam
📋 A Sudden Disturbing To Do List

Whether you're a fan of music, drama, dance or contemporary performance, there's a show waiting for you.
Make the most of this year's festival and experience world-class entertainment on your doorstep.

Book now and be part of the celebration running 20-25 June 🎉
🔗www.ticketsource.com/thefestivalontheclose

09/06/2026

Something exciting is happening...
This autumn, Macready Theatre is stepping beyond its walls.

Historic halls. Hidden spaces. Extraordinary performances.
While our theatre undergoes an exciting transformation, we're creating a brand-new network of pop-up venues across Rugby School, bringing theatre, music, comedy and unforgettable live experiences to audiences in unique settings.

A new chapter begins soon...
Stay tuned for the reveal.

09/06/2026

⏰ TODAY ⏰

A stranger walks into a pub claiming he’s killed his father… and becomes a hero.

Don’t miss The Pl***oy of the Western World, filmed live from the National Theatre and starring Nicola Coughlan, Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney.

Darkly funny, wildly entertaining, and packed with twists, this Irish classic is brought thrillingly to life on the big screen.

🎭 Screening TONIGHT - Tuesday 9 June 19:00 – www.macreadytheatre.co.uk
The Rugby Town National Theatre Live

08/06/2026

⏰ TOMORROW ⏰

A stranger walks into a pub claiming he’s killed his father… and becomes a hero.

Don’t miss The Pl***oy of the Western World, filmed live from the National Theatre and starring Nicola Coughlan, Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney.

Darkly funny, wildly entertaining, and packed with twists, this Irish classic is brought thrillingly to life on the big screen.

🎭 Screening TOMORROW Tuesday 9 June 19:00 – www.macreadytheatre.co.uk
The Rugby Town

06/06/2026

Manford’s Comedy comes back to The Close. Join us 😁 Festival on The Close Rugby 🙌

😂 Ready for a great night out?
Manford's Comedy Club returns to Festival On The Close, bringing a stellar line-up of award-winning comedians to Rugby, headlined by the brilliant Sara Pascoe.

Expect big laughs, sharp wit and an unforgettable evening of live comedy.

🗓 Saturday 20 June, 20:00
📍The Close, Rugby School
🎟️ Book now via our website
🔞 Ages 16+

02/06/2026

⏰ ONE WEEK TO GO ⏰

A stranger walks into a pub claiming he’s killed his father… and becomes a hero.

Don’t miss The Pl***oy of the Western World, filmed live from the National Theatre and starring Nicola Coughlan, Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney.

Darkly funny, wildly entertaining, and packed with twists, this Irish classic is brought thrillingly to life on the big screen.

🎭 Screening on Tuesday 9 June 19:00 – book your tickets now on our website
The Rugby Town