Theatre Competition Prizes

Welcome to the Theatre category on the Competitions Directory! Here, you'll discover a world of exciting opportunities to win amazing prizes related to the captivating world of theatre. Whether you're a passionate theatre lover or simply looking to experience the magic for the first time, this category is your gateway to a variety of competitions that could make you the lucky winner of tickets to see incredible shows, unforgettable overnight theatre stays, and much more. From classic productions to cutting-edge performances, the Competitions Directory has scoured the web to bring you the best theatre competitions available online in the UK. So don't miss out on your chance to enter and be in with a shot at winning fantastic theatre experiences. Browse through the competitions below and let the Competitions Whale guide you towards your next theatrical adventure. Good luck!

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Theatre Tickets and London Hotel Stay

Closing: 20th Nov 2025

The prize includes two tickets to see Matthew Bourne's production of The Red Shoes in London, along with an overnight stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross. This includes breakfast and a three-course meal at the hotel's Marco Pierre White Steakhouse.

Suggested Answer: Sadler's Wells Theatre

Theatre Tickets and London Hotel Stay

Closing: 31st Oct 2025

This prize includes one pair of tickets to the musical 'Oliver!' and a one-night hotel stay for two individuals at The Clermont, London. Winners will also receive complimentary c2c travel to London Fenchurch Street.

Theatre Tickets and Hotel Stay Package

Closing: 31st Oct 2025

The prize includes two tickets to see Matthew Bourne's production of The Red Shoes at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London. It also provides an overnight stay for two at the DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross, which includes breakfast and a three-course meal.

Four Tickets For Six The Musical: Japan In The West End

Closing: 28th Oct 2025

The prize consists of four tickets to see the critically acclaimed Japanese production of SIX the Musical in London's West End. These tickets are valid for performances between November 6th and November 9th, 2025, subject to availability.

Travel costs are not included with this theatre experience.

Suggested Answer: 8

Wicked The Musical Tickets

75.00 Estimated Value Closing: 13th Nov 2025

The prize consists of two tickets to see the musical 'Wicked' performed at the Apollo Victoria Theatre in London. These tickets grant access to performances across a range of dates, subject to availability.

Matilda The Musical Tickets and Hotel Stay

Closing: 24th Nov 2025

The main prize includes tickets for four to see Matilda The Musical in a London West End theatre, along with an overnight stay for four people at The Cumberland Hotel, including breakfast. Two runners-up prizes also include four tickets to see the show on the UK and Ireland Tour.

Trip To See Beetlejuice On Broadway

Closing: 27th Oct 2025

This prize is a trip to see the spectacular Broadway sensation musical, Beetlejuice, in New York. The musical is based on Tim Burton's beloved movie classic and tells the story of Lydia Deetz and the demonic ghost Beetlejuice.

Starlight Express Theatre Tickets

Closing: 31st Oct 2025

The prize consists of four tickets for one winner to see the musical STARLIGHT EXPRESS at the Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. The tickets are valid for most performances until February 5th, 2026.

Family Ticket To Whittington Pantomime

Registration Required Closing: 6th Nov 2025

A family ticket grants admission for four people to attend the delightful 2025 pantomime titled '!!!!!! Whittington and His Catford Cat'. The show features adventure, an eccentric fairy, and a lovable cook.

Suggested Answer: London

Tickets to The Unlikely Pilgrimage Of Harold Fry Musical and Book Copy

Closing: 2nd Nov 2025

The prize includes a pair of tickets to the five-star musical The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry at the Theatre Royal Haymarket in the West End, valid for weekdays until March 2026. Additionally, the winner will receive a copy of the novel the musical is based on.

Tickets To Little Mermaid At New Vic

122.00 Estimated Value Closing: 2nd Nov 2025

This prize grants admission to see the theatrical production of The Little Mermaid staged at the New Vic theatre. Enjoy a fun outing experiencing this classic story live on stage.

Tickets to Beauty and the Beast at Northern Stage

Closing: 20th Nov 2025

This prize grants four tickets to any performance of Beauty and the Beast running from December 4th to January 3rd. The production features live music and offers a fresh, touching take on the classic fairy tale.

Tickets To See The Owl Who Came For Christmas

Registration Required Closing: 24th Nov 2025

Tickets to a family-friendly theatrical production of The Owl Who Came For Christmas. This magical and memorable show is suitable for children and adults alike.

Nutcracker Performance Tickets

Closing: 1st Dec 2025

One winner will receive four tickets to see Birmingham Royal Ballet's production of The Nutcracker at the Royal Albert Hall in London. The experience is valid for performances between December 29th and 31st, 2025.

Suggested Answer: Royal Albert Hall

Pair of Theatre Tickets for Just For One Day Musical

Registration Required Closing: 1st Nov 2025

The prize consists of a pair of best available tickets to see Just for One Day at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London. Tickets are valid for Monday to Thursday evening performances, subject to availability and blackout dates.

Suggested Answer: Shaftesbury Theatre

Theatre Tickets

Registration Required Closing: 1st Nov 2025

The prize consists of a pair of best available tickets to see the musical 'Just For One Day' at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London. The tickets are valid for Monday to Thursday evening performances, subject to availability.

Suggested Answer: Shaftesbury Theatre

Family Ticket To Beauty And The Beast Panto Show

80.00 Estimated Value Closing: 9th Nov 2025

This prize is one of three family tickets, admitting four people, to see the pantomime 'Beauty and the Beast' at The Hexagon Theatre in Reading. The ticket includes access to the show, which features Justin Fletcher, plus two programs and two goody bags containing food and drinks per family.

Suggested Answer: Arthur pint

Tickets To Just For One Day

Registration Required Closing: 1st Nov 2025

The prize includes a pair of best available tickets to see the musical 'Just for One Day' at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London. The tickets are valid for Monday to Thursday evening performances and are subject to availability.

Suggested Answer: Shaftesbury Theatre

Family Theatre Ticket

Registration Required Closing: 31st Oct 2025

This prize includes a family ticket for four people to attend the stage adaptation of 'The Tiger Who Came to Tea' at artsdepot. The live show is packed with magic, sing-along songs, and delightful chaos.

Suggested Answer: Judith Kerr

Four Tickets To Cinderella At Hackney Empire

Registration Required Closing: 31st Oct 2025

This prize grants admission for four people to see the pantomime production of Cinderella at the Hackney Empire. The tickets are valid for any performance between Saturday, November 22nd, and Friday, December 12th.

Tickets To Christmas Comes To Moominvalley

Registration Required Closing: 15th Nov 2025

The prize consists of four tickets to the enchanting circus adventure, 'Christmas Comes To Moominvalley,' held at Jacksons Lane in London. This festive event is suitable for the entire family, incorporating circus acts, storytelling, music, and wonder.

Suggested Answer: A) Pancakes with jam

Family Ticket to Stanley Arts' Cinderella Panto

Registration Required Closing: 6th Nov 2025

This prize includes a family ticket, consisting of four tickets, for Stanley Arts' brand-new Cinderella pantomime. The show is described as bursting with magic, music, and laugh-out-loud fun.

Suggested Answer: A pumpkin

Theatre Tickets and Pre-Theatre Meal

200.00 Estimated Value Closing: 31st Oct 2025

This prize includes four tickets to see Matthew Bourne's production of The Red Shoes at Sadler's Wells Theatre in London. Additionally, the winner will receive a three-course pre-theatre meal for four guests at Bellanger restaurant, valued up to £200.

Suggested Answer: Victoria Page

Family Theatre Ticket

Registration Required Closing: 7th Nov 2025

This prize is a family ticket, accommodating up to five people, to see a performance of Cinderella in London. The production is a fantastical retelling of the classic fairytale.

Suggested Answer: carriage

Four Tickets To The Firework-Maker'S Daughter

Registration Required Closing: 26th Oct 2025

This prize includes four tickets to see the brand-new festive production, 'The Firework-Maker's Daughter,' at the Polka Theatre in London. The show is based on the award-winning book by Philip Pullman and is suitable for children aged 6 to 12.

Suggested Answer: Hamlet

Family Theatre Ticket

Registration Required Closing: 2nd Nov 2025

This prize is a family ticket to see the pantomime version of Cinderella at The Questors Theatre in Ealing. The production is a funny retelling of the classic story infused with an 1980s theme.

Suggested Answer: C) A pumpkin

Four Tickets To The Railway Children

Registration Required Closing: 30th Nov 2025

This prize grants admission for four people to attend a performance of the classic play, The Railway Children, at the Tabard Theatre in London. It provides an excellent opportunity to experience live theatre.

Suggested Answer: Edith Nesbit

Four Tickets To The Big Opera Mystery

Registration Required Closing: 2nd Nov 2025

This prize includes four tickets to attend The Big Opera Mystery performance at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham. The event features live music from the Orchestra of Opera North and is described as a great introduction to opera for families.

Suggested Answer: Granddaughter

Beginners to the Stage, Please Book

Closing: 30th Nov 2025

This prize consists of three copies of the fascinating memoir 'Beginners to the Stage, Please' by Stewart Arnott. The book reveals the secrets of life backstage in London's West End theatre world, tracing the author's career from ticket tearing to stage managing The Phantom of the Opera.

Beginners to the Stage Book

Closing: 30th Nov 2025

Three copies of the memoir 'Beginners to the Stage, Please' are being given away. This book traces the author's career as a stage manager in London's West End, detailing life backstage on major productions.

The Devil Wears Prada Cast Recording LPs

Closing: 30th Nov 2025

The prize consists of three copies of The Devil Wears Prada: A New Musical original cast recording on vinyl LP format. This recording features songs from the hit West End musical composed by Elton John.

Suggested Answer: Theatre Tickets Directory

Tickets To A Christmas Carol A Ghost Story Performance

Registration Required Closing: 14th Nov 2025

Three lucky winners will each receive a pair of tickets to see the spine-chilling retelling of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at the atmospheric Alexandra Palace Theatre in London. The tickets are valid for performances between November 21, 2025, and January 4, 2026, excluding specific Saturday matinees.

Suggested Answer: Charles Dickens

Tickets To Sleeping Beauty Panto

Closing: 21st Nov 2025

This prize includes four tickets for entry to the Sleeping Beauty Panto production at the Nottingham Playhouse. The performance dates span from late November through mid-January next year.

Suggested Answer: Maleficent

Family Ticket To The Snow Queen Ballet

Closing: 23rd Nov 2025

This prize includes a family ticket to see 'The Snow Queen' ballet in Edinburgh. The package also features a show programme signed by the cast, refreshments upon arrival, and ice cream during the interval.

Suggested Answer: Festival Theatre

Tickets To See The Play That Goes Wrong

Closing: 16th Nov 2025

The winner will receive two tickets to see 'The Play That Goes Wrong' at the Duchess Theatre in London. The prize is valid for all performances up until January 31, 2026, subject to availability.

Suggested Answer: Duchess Theatre

Tickets to Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas Show

Registration Required Closing: 15th Nov 2025

This prize offers tickets to see the hilarious and heartwarming stage show, Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas, which tours in December. The production features historical figures teaming up to save the festive season from being ruined.

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10000.00 Estimated Value Closing: 20th Dec 2025

This voucher provides £10,000 towards a tailor-made trip to any of Audley Travel's open destinations. Additional costs may apply for trips exceeding the voucher value, and the winner must travel by December 20, 2026.

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3 Recommended! 500.00 Estimated Value Closing: 31st Oct 2025

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European Travel Package

1000.00 Estimated Value Closing: 31st Dec 2025

This package includes a two-night stay at a 4-star European hotel, return flights from a UK airport, and airport transfers. It also offers a £500 experience voucher and £500 spending money on a prepaid Mastercard.