John Watson

Interview: 'I'm Intrigued By John Watson': Actor Jyuddah Jaymes on Curiosity and Suspense in SHERLOCK HOLMES
by Kat Mokrynski - May 26, 2026

The game is afoot at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre! Sherlock Holmes, written by Joel Horwood and directed by Sean Holmes, opened earlier this month, bringing with it a new interpretation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s iconic characters of Sherlock [Joshua James] and his companion, Dr John Watson [Jyuddah Jaymes]. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Jaymes about taking on the role of Watson. We discussed how he first got started in the world of theatre, what it is like to be putting his own spin on such an iconic character and even what it’s like to perform in an outdoor theatre!

Review: PENNY SAUNDERS’ SHERLOCK at TPAC’s James K Polk
by Catherine Burford - May 2, 2026

What did our critic think of PENNY SAUNDERS’ SHERLOCK at TPAC’s James K Polk?

Leslie Odom Jr. and Denée Benton Will Present at Harlem School of the Arts Curtains Up Gala
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026

The Harlem School of the Arts will host its annual Curtains Up Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Jeffrey Seller, Vanessa Bell Calloway, and others, with presenters including Leslie Odom Jr. and Denée Benton.

Jeffrey Seller, Vanessa Bell Calloway and More to be Honored at Harlem School of the Arts 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2026

The Harlem School of the Arts will present its annual Curtains Up: HSA Celebrates Broadway gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. The evening will honor six influential figures across theater, entertainment, business, and philanthropy.

Avon Players To Present HOLMES AND WATSON This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026

Avon Players will present the intriguing play HOLMES AND WATSON in March, featuring a talented cast and promising a captivating theatrical experience.

Robert Stanton and Kevin Chamberlin to Star in SHERLOCK AND WATSON Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

Sherlock and Watson, a new comedy, written by Ed. Weinberger, will have a reading presentation at Open Jar Studios. The play reimagines the unique relationship between Sherlock Holmes and his devoted companion Dr. John Watson.

SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE GREAT DETECTIVE To Premiere At Walnut Street Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2025

Walnut Street Theatre will continue their 217th season with the world premiere of Sherlock Holmes: The Great Detective, an adaptation of some of the most famous detective stories ever told.

Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS, Birmingham Rep
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 25, 2025

Sherlock Holmes and the 12 Days of Christmas, written by Humphrey Ker and David Reed with original songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Price, has the iconic duo of Sherlock Holmes (Ker) and John Watson (Reed) solving a string of mysterious murders on the West End in Victorian England.

Centenary Stage Company’s WATSON: THE FINAL PROBLEM Enters Final Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2025

Centenary Stage Company’s 2025 Fringe Festival continues with Watson: The Final Problem, written by Bret Coules and Tim Marriott, who also stars as Dr. John Watson.

Interview: 'Murder Mysteries Are a Huge Part of a British Christmas': David Reed And Humphrey Kerr on SHERLOCK HOLMES & THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS at Birmingham Rep
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 14, 2025

Recently, we had the chance to speak with David Reed and Humphrey Kerr about Sherlock Holmes & The 12 Days of Christmas. We discussed what inspired them to create the show, taking on the iconic roles of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson, and even what it has been like collaborating with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber!

Possum Point Players To Premiere Original Film SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ANGELS OF VENGEANCE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2025

Possum Point Players will debut their first-ever full-length film, Sherlock Holmes and the Angels of Vengeance, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Possum Hall in Georgetown, Delaware.

BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY Begins In September At Way Off Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2025

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre in Frederick, MD will stage Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery September 12–November 2, 2025. This madcap take on The Hound of the Baskervilles features Holmes, Watson, and three actors playing 40 roles.

BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY is Coming to Way Off Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025

This fall, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre audiences can look forward to a hilarious twist on one of Sherlock Holmes's greatest cases when Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery takes the stage.

Review: HOLMES AND WATSON at PCPA: Solvang Festival Theater
by Anna Jensen - Jul 14, 2025

With a crack of thunder and a flash of lightning, “Holmes and Watson” begins. The new PCPA production on Solvang’s outdoor stage offers twisty delights to hardcore Sherlock fans and regular theater goers alike. 

Colin Baker and Terry Molloy Will Lead UK Tour of SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE SIGN OF FOUR
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2025

Colin Baker and Terry Molloy are back on stage together in another classic adventure featuring the world’s only consulting detective and his trusty sidekick - The Sign Of Four.

Placer Community Theater's Holiday Gala Set For This Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024

Placer Community Theater (PCT) will hold a festive fundraising gala at the Gomez Arts Center in Auburn, featuring short stories, poems, a silent auction, as well as live music.

Review: BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Austin Playhouse
by Sabrina Wallace - Nov 26, 2024

Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, now delighting audiences at Austin Playhouse, is a theatrical romp that blends the logic of a classic whodunnit with the absurdity of over-the-top comedy. It is a good laugh!

Capital Repertory Theatre Presents A SHERLOCK CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2024

Capital Repertory Theatre has announce the upcoming production of 'A Sherlock Carol' by Mark Shanahan, a captivating blend of mystery and holiday cheer, set to take the stage Nov. 22 through Dec. 22.

Review: SHERLOCK HOLMES IL MUSICAL al TEATRO BRANCACCIO
by Ettore Farrattini - Nov 9, 2024

SHERLOCK HOLMES IL MUSICAL al TEATRO BRANCACCIO DEBUTTO NEL MUSICAL PER NERI MARCORE' NEI PANNI DELL'INVESTIGATORE SHERLOCK HOLMES IN TOUR IN TUTTA ITALIA

Sierra Stages to Present World-Premiere Reading of RESISTANCE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 8, 2024

Sierra Stages announces the world-premiere reading of RESISTANCE as part of their Theater by the Book series.