Phizzical

13/10/2026

We’ve been making theatre, music and dance for over 20 years. Some of it has been big and spectacular. Some of it has been intimate and experimental. We’ve taken our work to theatres, festivals and communities across the country, and met some wonderful people along the way.

One thing we’ve learnt is asking people what do they want to see, how do they want to be represented, or what part of our culture do we want to celebrate?

When we were developing Diwali Story, we went out and asked people what they wanted the Ramayana to teach us today. What did this ancient story mean to them? What should a new generation take from it? Those conversations helped shape the production we eventually brought to the stage.
It’s how we like to work. We talk to people, listen to their experiences, question our own assumptions and sometimes discover that the story we thought we were going to tell isn’t quite the story that needs telling.

And we’d like to have more of those conversations.
What would you like to see? Tell us via the link below

03/08/2026

People give purpose to a name.

Meet the people behind Phizzical and hear why they joined us, what they believe theatre can do, and why tomorrow’s stories matter today.

31/07/2026

As the world starts talking about the , we are super proud of our artistic director Sâmir Bhamra who makes his Arena debut begins rehearsals for Diwali Story

Lyca Radio Network has been confirmed as the exclusive radio partner of the much‑awaited stage spectacle ‘Diwali Story - The Journey of Ram: A Musical’, which

30/07/2026

We often get asked one question: Why Phizzical?

Every name has a story.

Ours reflects who we are, what we believe, and the future we’re helping to create.

We’d love to know… What story do you think tomorrow needs us to tell?

17/04/2026

"This year's UK Asian Film Festival features films that are brilliant, funny and joyous, yet also daring and deeply political. They bring astonishing clarity and invention to the screen, offering fresh perspectives on identity, memory, and belonging. From intimate family dramas to fearless new voices in South Asian cinema, our selection captures life in all its complexity. These films remind us that storytelling is not just entertainment – it is a way of seeing each other again. At a moment when division is growing louder across our societies, the festival is an invitation to come together, listen deeply, and rediscover the solidarity that will carry our communities through whatever lies ahead."

Muzaffar Ali is among the guests confirmed to attend this year’s UK Asian Film Festival, which runs from May 1 to 10 at venues across the UK.

27/03/2026

World Theatre Day

Sometimes theatre doesn’t need to explain itself.

A body in motion. A hand lifted. A string pulled. And suddenly you see it.

Who is in control.
Who thinks they are.
And who is being moved without a say.

This photo of from puppet dance in choreographed by to lyrics by and music production by looks beautiful but it captures how uncomfortably the world we’re living in is.

Too many people pulling strings who were never should.
Too many lives shaped by decisions made at a distance.

Can Theatre fix the world? Will they let us? Funded by

12/02/2026

We’re delighted to share that Phizzical has been awarded an Open Doors grant from Youth Music’s Stability Fund. This timely investment will allow us to sustain our music development work and support our transition to charitable status. Youth Music’s commitment to flexible, grassroots support makes a tangible difference to organisations like ours.

Read more: https://www.phizzical.com/latest-stories/backed-by-youth-music/

22/01/2026

We’re delighted to share that Phizzical’s Arts Council England NPO funding for 2026/27 continues.

At a time when sustained investment in arts and culture matters more than ever, this confirmation from Arts Council England, alongside the wider commitment to the sector from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, represents an important vote of confidence in the value of touring theatre and talent development across the country.

This continued support enables Phizzical to do what we do best: develop artists, tell ambitious new stories that matter to our communities, and tour shows nationally, reaching audiences in towns and cities across England. It allows us to invest in people, nurturing diverse creative talent and ensuring that culturally rich, accessible theatre can be experienced well beyond major metropolitan centres.

As a company rooted in new writing, musical theatre and global British stories, this funding supports both artistic ambition and long-term sustainability, helping us connect with new audiences, including young people, through work that reflects the world we live in.

Lisa Nandy has pledged £1.5bn for cultural organisations by 2030, including £80m of capital investment for Arts Council England-funded companies

14/10/2025

13/10/2025

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