Set amidst the social turbulence of 60’s London, the play follows the story of Susy, a blind woman, who left alone in her apartment becomes embroiled with a group of conmen hatching an elaborate scam. As the tension notches up, Susy is left to fend for herself but with the phone line cut dead and the house plunged into darkness, can Susy outwit the murderous visitors? Made into a film starring Audrey Hepburn in 1967, Wait until Dark is often ranked as one of the top 100 scariest films of all time. From the hand of Frederick Knott, author of Dial M for Murder, comes a major revival of the classic, edge of your seat thriller, Wait Until Dark.

Wait Until Dark

Sutton Arts Theatre

Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs Shears’ dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain. He is exceptional at maths, while everyday life presents some barriers. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbour’s dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world.

Curious Incident Dog Night-time

When Bonnie and Clyde meet, their mutual cravings for excitement and fame immediately set them on a mission to chase their dreams. Their bold and reckless behaviour turns the young lovers’ exciting adventure into a downward spiral, putting themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law. Forced to stay on the run, the lovers resort to robbery and murder to survive. As the infamous duo’s fame grows bigger, their inevitable end draws nearer. Bonnie & Clyde is a thrilling and sexy musical combining blues, gospel and rockabilly music. Get the hottest ticket in town to Sutton Coldfield’s “Most wanted” musical!

Bonnie & Clyde

Your favourite festive film is now a major new musical adapted for the stage by the creator of the much-loved films. Every child in every school has one Christmas wish, to star in a Nativity, and at St Bernadette’s School they’re attempting to mount a musical version! Only trouble is teacher Mr Maddens has promised that a Hollywood producer is coming to see the show to turn it into a film. Join him, his teaching assistant the crazy Mr Poppy, hilarious children and a whole lot of sparkle and shine as they struggle to make everyone’s Christmas wish come true. Feel–good, funny and full of Yuletide joy, Nativity!

Nativity

This is not Waiting for Godot. This is Waiting for Waiting for Godot: a comedy about boredom that’s anything but boring. Two hapless understudies wait to go on in a production of Samuel Beckett’s iconic ‘Waiting for Godot’, but will their time ever come? As they occupy their time backstage, the haphazard duo wrestle with questions of art, life, theatre and their precarious existence within it. This hilariously absurd and witty comedy promises to be an unforgettable theatre experience, pondering Beckett, showbiz and just what on earth it’s all about. It turns out, the only people who truly understand Beckett’s Waiting For Godot, are the understudies.

Waiting For Waiting For Godot

Tom has always been told it’s impossible to travel back in time but everything changes one midnight, when the big grandfather clock strikes thirteen and Tom is transported to a secret garden from the past. Here he meets Hatty and together these two new friends enjoy fantastic adventures in a magical wonderland. But with each new journey through time, strange things begin to happen – and Tom must solve the mystery of the midnight garden! Philippa Pearce’s enchanting tale of time and the power of memory has captivated readers for seventy years. We are excited to bring this magical story to new generations of children, a wonderful classic the whole family can enjoy!

Tom's Midnight Garden

The Bright Lights of Broadway

First timers and Brits abroad, Chris and Alison, Bev and Dave take to the slopes and the sauna as the ski novices try to impress. They’ve got the designer salopettes, but do they have the courage to hit the slopes? Athletic ski instructor Tony is eager to put them through their paces. Both on and off piste! Away from home, emotions and passions are running high while the ‘après ski’ brings nerves and insecurities dangerously close to the surface. Once the skis have been clicked into place, there’s no stopping this fast paced and side-splitting play. Strap on your skis and join us for an avalanche of laughs on the slopes of Chamonix in this bitter-sweet Olivier nominated comedy.

On The Piste

Based on Baroness Maria von Trapp’s 1949 autobiography, The Sound Of Music tells the true story of the world-famous singing family, from their romantic beginnings and search for happiness, to their thrilling escape to freedom as their beloved Austria becomes part of the Third Reich at the start of the Second World War. The unforgettable score features some of the most memorable songs ever performed on stage, including Edelweiss, My Favourite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, and of course, the title song - The Sound of Music. Roger & Hammerstein’s most treasured musical of all time will enchant and enthral the young and the young at heart.

Sutton Arts Theatre

Oct 24 - Nov 2, 2024

Wait Until Dark

7 - 21 Dec, 2024

Nativity

6 - 15 Feb, 2025

Waiting For Waiting For Godot

20 - 29 Mar, 2025

Tom's Midnight Garden

4 - 5 Apr, 2025

The Bright Lights of Broadway

Oct 24 - Nov 2, 2024

Wait Until Dark

12 - 21 Sep, 2024

Curious Incident Dog Night-time

Sutton Arts Theatre