Jonathan Harvey

Krishnendu Majumdar Named New Chair of Trustees at Bush Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

Bush Theatre announced Krishnendu Majumdar as its new Chair of Trustees. The award-winning film and television producer and former BAFTA Chair succeeds Uzma Hasan, who served five years in the role.

Woolwich Works Announces Pride 2026 Lineup of Karaoke, Drag Storytime, and More
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2026

Woolwich Works marks Pride 2026 with a vibrant programme of live performance celebrating queer creativity, identity and expression - from boundary-pushing circus and cabaret to sharp, joyful stand-up comedy.

Review: OTHELLO at Classical Theatre Company
by Jonathan Netek - Apr 17, 2026

Widely considered one of Shakespeare’s greatest works, and typically ranked alongside tragedies like Macbeth and Hamlet, OTHELLO explores themes of jealousy, racism, and the destructive nature of unchecked emotion. The play follows its title character, a Moorish general in the Venetian army, as he is manipulated by his ensign, Iago, into believing that his wife, Desdemona, has been unfaithful with his own lieutenant. Fueled by Iago’s lies, OTHELLO spirals into a jealous and deadly rage.

MUSIK Starring Frances Barber Comes To UK Cinemas This April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

MUSIK, the one-woman show starring Frances Barber with writing by Jonathan Harvey and songs by Pet Shop Boys, will screen in UK cinemas on April 9 and 12. The filmed stage production captures Barber’s performance from Wilton’s Music Hall.

Frances Barber-Led MUSIK Solo Show Coming to UK Cinemas
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

MUSIK, the solo show by Jonathan Harvey with original songs by Pet Shop Boys, will be coming to cinemas across the UK for a special big-screen release on April 9 and 12.

Hope Mill Theatre Will Launch Hope Mill Theatre Arts With BA Hons Degree in Musical Theatre Performance
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

Hope Mill Theatre will launch Hope Mill Theatre Arts, which will offer a BA Honours degree in Musical Theatre Performance. The expansion comes as they celebrate their milestone 10th Anniversary year.

Terry Johnson Will Direct New Production of MUSIK at Wilton's Music Hall
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025

Six years after its sold out critically acclaimed world premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe and London transfer, outrageous MUSIK by writer Jonathan Harvey and Pet Shop Boys Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe.

Nick Collier To Star In CANAL STREET LONELY HEARTS CLUB At Hope Mill Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2025

Qweerdog has announced full casting for its new production of Jonathan Harvey’s Canal Street Lonely Hearts Club, an updated and relocated version of his acclaimed 1995 play Rupert Street Lonely Hearts Club.

MUSIK by Jonathan Harvey and Pet Shop Boys, Starring Frances Barber Returns to London
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2025

Six years after its sold out critically acclaimed world premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe and London transfer, outrageous MUSIK by writer Jonathan Harvey and Pet Shop Boys Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe is to return to London.

Jonathan Harvey's CANAL STREET LONELY HEARTS CLUB Comes to Hope Mill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2025

Jonathan Harvey's acclaimed 90s play, Rupert Street Lonely Hearts Club, is set to captivate audiences with its raw and poignant portrayal of complex brotherly bonds.

Review: THE FROZEN SECTION thaws at Catastrophic Theatre
by Brett Cullum - Apr 7, 2025

It has a stunning cast, technical brilliance, and enough great poetic ideas to keep you thinking about it for days. It’s an intriguing piece that should have a long life. But in its current iteration playing at the MATCH, THE FROZEN SECTION runs long at almost two hours with no intermission, and the pacing seems off throughout its inflated run time.

Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN Will Tour Australia
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Here You Come Again, the musical comedy packed with Dolly Parton's greatest hits, is heading to Australia. Performances begin in July. Learn more about the show here!

BOTH EYES OPEN, A Hybrid Opera Theater Production, to Play Zellerbach Playhouse in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 4, 2025

New Performance Traditions will present a new production of Both Eyes Open, an experimental electroacoustic opera by Brooklyn-based composer Max Giteck Duykers and Berkeley-based librettist and playwright Philip Kan Gotanda.

Review Roundup: Dolly Parton Musical HERE YOU COME AGAIN at Riverside Studios
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 23, 2024

See what the critics are saying about the Dolly Parton Musical, Here You Come Again at Riverside Studios. Learn more about the touring production and read the reviews!

The Bush Theatre Will Host AN EVENING WITH SIR LENNY HENRY Fundraising Event
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2024

The Bush Theatre has announced An Evening with Sir Lenny Henry, a fundraiser for the theatre which will take place at the west London venue for one night only in January

Riverside Studios Reveals Christmas and New Year Line Up of Theatre, Cinema and Events
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024

Details have been announced for the creative programme at Riverside Studios for this Christmas season, which includes five theatre productions, festive events and cinema.

HERE YOU COME AGAIN Comes to Milton Keynes Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024

Having enjoyed several successful runs across the United States, Here You Come Again is currently on its first UK tour, and comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tue 19 - Sat 23 Nov

HERE YOU COME AGAIN Returns To The King's Due To Demand
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024

The King's Theatre, Glasgow have announced that, Here You Come Again - which is currently bringing joy to audiences will return to the King's Theatre, Glasgow from 21-26 January 2025 following a triumphant week of shows at the venue this month.

Video: World Premiere of MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Oct 8, 2024

Get a first look at the World Premiere of the new musical, My Best Friend's Wedding, at Ogunquit Playhouse. The musical features a book by Ron Bass & Jonathan Harvey, based on the hit TriStar Pictures' film with a screenplay by Ron Bass and featuring the songs of Burt Bacharach & Hal David.

Stratford East Will Host Free Open Day as Part of 140th Anniversary Celebrations
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024

Stratford East has announced that it will open up the whole theatre to the public on Saturday 26th October 2024 to host a special day packed full of completely free entertainment, workshops and talks from top industry professionals, arts and crafts, facepainting, theatre tours and many other exciting activities suitable for all ages.