Cast Set For THE KING'S SPEECH UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
The Barn Theatre and Tiny Giant Entertainment announced casting for THE KING'S SPEECH UK tour, with Stefan Dennis as Lionel Logue and George Rainsford as King George VI. The production opens at the Barn Theatre from October 9–November 7, 2026, before touring the UK starting January 13, 2027.
THE KING’S SPEECH Will Launch UK Tour in 2027
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026
The Barn Theatre in Cirencester's new production of The King’s Speech, directed by Loveday Ingram, will hit the road on a UK tour beginning in January 2027 in Oxford.
Review: THE KING'S SPEECH, Watermill Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - Sep 30, 2024
The King's Speech achieves something other screen to stage adaptations struggle with: staying true to the spirit while feeling like its own entity. Anchored by a still compelling script and captivating lead duo, the Watermill's production is a beautiful tribute to David Seidler's magnum opus.
Chris Harper Productions Appoints Tom O'Connell as Producer
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2024
Chris Harper Productions has appointed Tom O’Connell as producer. Chris Harper is a Tony and Olivier Award-winning producer who has produced some of the most acclaimed theatrical successes of the last 15 years.
Dark Comedy Short OPEN HOUSE Launches On It's A Short
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2020
Screenwriter Brad Holloway's new dark comedy Open House 1-4 is now available on It's A Short (www.itsashort.com), an online streaming platform that celebrates and promotes short films worldwide.
Philadelphia Stars Fill The Walnut Stage For Gore Vidal's THE BEST MAN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2020
Walnut Street Theatre (WST) continues its 211th season with Gore Vidal's thrilling political drama, THE BEST MAN. Directed by Broadway veteran Michael Wilson, the production begins previews on March 10, opens March 18, and continues through April 26 on the Walnut's Mainstage.
THE KING'S SPEECH Comes To Hartford Stage In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 24, 2020
Former Artistic Director Michael Wilson will return to Hartford Stage in March to direct the original play which inspired the Academy Award-winning film The King's Speech. Written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter David Seidler, the play tells the true story of King George VI, his speech therapist Lionel Logue, and a friendship that helped steer the course of history. The King's Speech will run Thursday, March 19, through Sunday, April 19.
Naples Filmmaker Brad Holloway Debuts Short Comedy OPEN HOUSE 1-4
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 18, 2020
Naples, Florida-based screenwriter Brad Holloway makes his directorial debut with his new short comedy Open House 1-4, a film that takes a dark yet humorous look at the intensely competitive and sometimes dangerous real estate industry. The film is currently on the festival circuit.
Review Roundup: THE KING'S SPEECH at the National Theatre - What Did the Critics Think?
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2020
David Seidler's original play THE KING'S SPEECH makes its D.C. debut at the National Theatre from February 11-16, 2020. The original play a?" which inspired the 2010 Oscar-winning film by the same name a?" marks the eleventh installment in the venue's 2019-2020 Broadway at the National series, which is set to include an unprecedented 17 productions.