Dominic Cooke

Video: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Drops Season 3 Final Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2026

The official trailer has arrived for season three of HBO's House of the Dragon. The series is based on George R.R. Martin’s Fire & Blood and tells the story of House Targaryen 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones. Watch it now.

Full Cast Set For GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2026

The Royal Shakespeare Company announced the full cast for the world premiere of GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING, adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Cate Blanchett, Anne-Marie Duff, and More Join National Theatre's 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026

The National Theatre announced further casting and dates for its 2026 season, including Cate Blanchett in ELECTRA/PERSONA, Anne-Marie Duff in SOME WOMAN, and new casts for CLOUD 9 and THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE.

Video: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Debuts New Season 3 Teaser; Release Date Set
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 27, 2026

A new teaser is here for Season 3 of HBO's House of the Dragon, featuring the return of Matt Smith. Emma D'Arcy and Olivia Cooke. Check out the teaser, which also features intense battle footage, fire, and, of course, dragons.

Dates Set For Premiere of GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

The RSC announced the world premiere of GAME OF THRONES: THE MAD KING, adapted by Duncan Macmillan and directed by Dominic Cooke, at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from July 20 – September 5, 2026.

Meet the Cast of GIANT, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026

Performances are now underway for the Broadway run of the Olivier Award-winning hit play Giant, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Nicholas Hytner and written by Mark Rosenblatt. Meet the cast here!

Audra McDonald and More Lead National Theatre at Home's New Streaming Productions
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

National Theatre has announced four productions will be available to stream on National Theatre at Home, the NT's pioneering theatre streaming platform, continuing to expand its world-class digital catalogue for audiences around the globe.

Video: House Targaryen Returns in HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Season 3 Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 19, 2026

The stakes are higher than ever in the first teaser for Season 3 of HBO's House of the Dragon. The series, which serves as a prequel to Game of Thrones, will return with its third season this June. Watch the teaser now.

Video: George R. R. Martin Talks Bringing GAME OF THRONES to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026

Game of Thrones will be coming to the stage this summer. Author George R.R. Martin, Adaptor Duncan Macmillan, Director Dominic Cooke and RSC Co-Artistic Director Tamara Harvey chatted in a new video about bringing the show to the stage.

GAME OF THRONES Play Sets Summer Premiere at Royal Shakespeare Company
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2026

Game of Thrones will be coming to The Royal Shakespeare Company this summer in a new production based on the acclaimed novels by George R. R. Martin. Duncan Macmillan has penned the script, with Dominic Cooke set as the director.

David Tennant, Caissie Levy, and Juliet Stevenson Lead New Season of Streaming Releases on National Theatre at Home
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

This Winter, National Theatre at Home will welcome a trio of powerful new titles for streaming worldwide — from a West End revival starring David Tennant, to an award-winning musical that redefined modern theatre, and more.

Aya Cash, Rachael Stirling & Elliot Levey Join John Lithgow in GIANT on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 15, 2025

John Lithgow leads an exciting cast, including Aya Cash, in GIANT on Broadway, starting March 11, 2026. Get your tickets now!

Ros Brooke-Taylor Appointed New Executive Director Of The Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

Ros Brooke-Taylor will succeed Denise Wood as Executive Director, joining the organisation in early 2026 alongside incoming Artistic Director Dominic Cooke.

Cast Set For Revival Of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the upcoming revival production of Noël Coward's Private Lives, which will be directed by 2024 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award Winner Tanuja Amarasuriya.

Review: NOUGHTS & CROSSES, Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Katie Kirkpatrick - Jul 9, 2025

Malorie Blackman’s Noughts & Crosses has long been something of a YA classic. Rather than dreaming up a sci-fi future, however, this story presents instead an uncanny alternate present – one where discrimination and racial violence are worse than ever, but it's Black people who are the privileged ones.

Jack Lowden, Martin Freeman, Imelda Staunton, and More Lead Shows Coming to NT Live
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2025

​​​​​​​National Theatre Live has announced a landmark slate of theatre broadcasting to cinemas around the world led by a roster of award-winning talent. Learn more about the lineup here!

Industry Pro Newsletter: New Artistic Directors at Theater Mu and Almeida Theatre, Groban to Host 2025 Jimmy Awards
by Alex Freeman - Jun 10, 2025

This morning, we’re looking back at Sunday’s biggest moments, from Cynthia Erivo's powerful hosting to the well-deserved wins and unforgettable performances that capped a remarkable Broadway season. Beyond the awards, we’re looking at the newly announced Gavin Creel Fellowship and Josh Groban hosting the Jimmy Awards. While we celebrated a triumphant Broadway season on Sunday, we are also looking at challenges at Dallas Children’s Theater as well as some more musical chairs of leadership positions both in the U.S. and abroad.

Dominic Cooke Appointed Artistic Director of the Almeida Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2025

Dominic Cooke will succeed Rupert Goold as Artistic Director and joins the organisation in 2026. He is a multi-award-winning stage and screen director whose recent theatre work includes Mrs Warren’s Profession, Hello Dolly, Medea, and more.

Review: MRS WARREN'S PROFESSION, Starring Imelda Staunton
by Alexander Cohen - May 22, 2025

Imelda Staunton leads a blistering revival

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Reveals Cast For 2025 SHAKESPEARE FOR EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR - LIVE!
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and Allie Esiri have announced the cast for Shakespeare for Every Day of the Year – Live! set for this month. Learn more about the event here!