E. Nesbit

Delightful new musical (based on the much loved novel and film) that deserves a wider audience than its short run affords

Theatre at the Tabard presents Five Children and It as their Christmas production, adapted from the novel by E. Nesbit. Tabard Artistic Director Simon Reilly directs an ensemble cast in this magical family adventure story featuring the mysterious Psammead, a sand fairy whose wish-granting doesn’t always turn out as intended.

Sheffield Theatres today launches The Together Season Festival, a programme of work from local artists; curated by a panel of artists, audience members and theatre representatives. The Festival of thirteen works takes place from Monday 24 May – Saturday 5 June at the Crucible Theatre.

On Monday, The Shows Must Go On will present a matinee performance of the timeless classic 'The Railway Children.' The production will be available for 48 hours. 

Norwich-based Baroque Theatre Company, one of the UK's most established professional independent theatre companies, bring a festive ghostly feel to the Wells Malting, Norfolk with the play EDITH IN THE DARK on Friday 23 November 7.30pm.

As the darker nights approach, Baroque Theatre Company, one of the UK's most established professional independent theatre companies, will be kicking off their autumn/winter theatre season with the first ever national tour of EDITH IN THE DARK, an evening of chilling ghost stories by playwright Philip Meeks.

Rose Theatre Kingston announces its summer school programme for young people, offering a variety of courses.

The Railway Children is a delightful show with beautiful music and a wonderful message about the importance of kindness. The concert staged at Cadogan Hall featured lyrics and a book by Katie Lam and music by Alex Parker, who also conducted.

York Theatre Royal presents E.Nesbit's THE BOOK OF DRAGONS, adapted and Directed by Juliet Forster. Set and costumes designed by Bethany Wells. Lighting designer Simon Bedwell. Sound designer Jonathan Eato. York Theatre Royal Studio, Tue 12 Dec - Sat 6 Jan, Press performance Wed 13 Dec, 1pm

York Theatre Royal presents E.Nesbit's THE BOOK OF DRAGONS, adapted and Directed by Juliet Forster. Set and costumes designed by Bethany Wells. Lighting designer Simon Bedwell. Sound designer Jonathan Eato. York Theatre Royal Studio, Tue 12 Dec - Sat 6 Jan, Press performance Wed 13 Dec, 1pm

York Theatre Royal presents E.Nesbit's THE BOOK OF DRAGONS, adapted and Directed by Juliet Forster. Set and costumes designed by Bethany Wells. Lighting designer Simon Bedwell. Sound designer Jonathan Eato. York Theatre Royal Studio, Tue 12 Dec - Sat 6 Jan, Press performance Wed 13 Dec, 1pm

The Railway Children holds a special place in Britain's heart; E Nesbit's well-loved tale was first published in 1905, but most of us know it from Lionel Jeffries' iconic 1970 film, which also made a star of the teenage Jenny Agutter. This new production, faithfully adapted by Dave Simpson, has given a wider national audience the chance to see this classic tale brought to the stage.

E. Nesbit's classic novel The Railway Children is brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production.

Arts Council England has recognised the invigorating work and vision of the Exeter Northcott Theatre and has awarded £125,000 a year over the period of the National Portfolio Programme for 2018 - 2022.

A brand new stage production of E. Nesbitt's The Railway Children premiered at the Exeter Northcott Theatre last week with an impressive set that was built in Coventry by Belgrade Production Services (BPS).

Director Paul Jepson expressed in an interview in the show's programme that he was not at all daunted by the technical challenges of staging an adaptation of E. Nesbit's The Railway Children.

A new season of shows has been unveiled by The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury. Highlights include The Band, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and the return of Shrek The Musical. 

A NEW season of shows has been unveiled by The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury. Highlights include The Band, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and the return of Shrek The Musical.

At the Annual General Meeting earlier today, Andrew M. Pringle fulfilled his duties as the Shaw Festival's Chair of the Board of Governors. During his remarks, Mr. Pringle passed the torch to Chair Designate Peter Jewett and announced new Board members Ian Joseph, Kevin Patterson and Julian Rance.

Exeter Northcott Theatre has announced its exciting spring/summer 2017 season.