top of page

Theatre on the GO!

Uncovering history at every corner

We are historians and actors dedicated to bringing history to life, providing immersive and memorable theatrical experiences that connect you with heritage.

We offer engaging and authentic performances that bring the past to life.

Our walking shows are meticulously crafted to provide a fully immersive experience, uncovering hidden stories and historical landmarks that shape our heritage.

The Mysteries of Victorian Leicester with Tanky Smith

Join the wild and wacky Tanky Smith, Leicester’s renowned policeman, inspector, and private detective, on an intriguing journey.

Step into his shadowy Victorian world, brimming with clever disguises and hidden secrets of Leicester.

​

Dates:  

Sat 1 Mar 2025, Sat 5 Apr 2025,  Sat 3 May 2025, Sat 7 Jun 2025,

Sat 5 Jul 2025, Sat 2 Aug 2025, Sat 6 Sep 2025, Sat 4 Oct 2025.

1pm and 4pm 

Tickets: £16.25 per person – book on Eventbrite.

​

Meeting Point: 121A London Rd, Leicester LE2 0QT (outside Pizza Hut).
The experience will cover the distance from 121A London Rd, Leicester LE2 0QT (start of the tour) to Leicester Train Station, Town Hall Fountain, and conclude at The Guildhall Museum (end of the tour).

The walking theatre, including stops, will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Time Traveller

Get ready to step into the captivating history of Braunstone Park with our theatrical adventure! Uncover the secrets of Winstanley House, experience the wartime spirit through soldiers’ stories, and shiver at spine-chilling ghost tales. Relive the joyful days when Braunstone Hall was a bustling school.

​

Tour designed by actress, writer, and director Chandni Mistry and historian Jim Butler.

​

Dates:  

Coming Soon!

Tickets: £16.25 per person.

​

Meeting Point:  Outside Winstanley House Hotel.


The walking theatre, including stops, will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

A Tale of Wealth, Murder and the Crown of England!

Join us on a thrilling journey back in time at Kirby Muxloe Castle, guided by William, Lord Hastings! Discover the village’s Viking origins, the legacy of the Hastings family, and the dramatic transformation of a manor into a fortified castle. Engage in interactive activities and hear captivating stories of battles, royal friendships, and architectural marvels.

​

Tour designed by historian Jim Butler and cultural producer Liga Orlovska

​

Dates:  

Coming Soon!

Tickets: £16.25 per person.

​

Meeting Point: Next to Kirby Muxloe Castle bridge.


The walking theatre, including stops, will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Romans in Leicester

New Theatre on the GO coming up soon! Watch this space to find out more about the Romans in Leicester.

Thank you, East Midlands Trains and the Cultural Ambitions Fund from Leicester City Council, for your support!

With your help, our pilot project has been successfully completed, and now Theatre on the GO is here to stay!

​

You can now book your Theatre on the GO experience on Eventbrite.

​

Find out more about our supported project, A Journey Through Mystery, by visiting our community work website: www.buzzingroots.co.uk.

Untitled-12.png

©2025  by The Grand. Powered and secured by Wix

bottom of page