Mike Leigh
Latest News on Mike Leigh:
Review: ABIGAIL'S PARTY, Stratford East (Sep 13, 2024)
Stratford East Reveals 140th Anniversary Season Lineup (Sep 3, 2024)
Angelina Jolie to be Honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media (Aug 27, 2024)
Review: ABIGAIL'S PARTY, Stratford East (Sep 13, 2024)
Stratford East Reveals 140th Anniversary Season Lineup (Sep 3, 2024)
Angelina Jolie to be Honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media (Aug 27, 2024)
Photos
Productions
Writing
Author
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Revival
Mike LeighAbigail's Party
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 2001 - Best Director
Mike LeighGrief
winner
Evening Standard Awards - 1983 - Best Comedy
Mike LeighGoosepimples
Videos
VIDEO: Sam Rockwell & Saoirse Ronan Investigate a West End Murder in the SEE HOW THEY RUN Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 29, 2022
VIDEO: Amazon Shares the Official Trailer for Mike Leigh's PETERLOO
by Macon Prickett - Jul 24, 2018
VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes of San Francisco Playhouse's ABIGAIL'S PARTY, 5/21-7/6
by Tyler Peterson - May 24, 2013
News
Review: ABIGAIL'S PARTY, Stratford East
The Seventies were a time for cheesy pineapple, bellbottom jeans, Elton John, and ABBA. Written in 1977, Mike Leigh’s darkly comic picture of the English middle class turns out to be an evergreen classic. Revived some ten miles from the story’s real-life setting, this is Nadia Fall’s last show as Artistic Director of the venue and features known ‘EastEnder’ Tamzin Outhwaite as Beverly Moss.
The Seventies were a time for cheesy pineapple, bellbottom jeans, Elton John, and ABBA. Written in 1977, Mike Leigh’s darkly comic picture of the English middle class turns out to be an evergreen classic. Revived some ten miles from the story’s real-life setting, this is Nadia Fall’s last show as Artistic Director of the venue and features known ‘EastEnder’ Tamzin Outhwaite as Beverly Moss.
Stratford East Reveals 140th Anniversary Season Lineup
With Abigail's Party directed by Nadia Fall beginning previews this week, launching Stratford East's 140th anniversary season, the theatre has announced new shows and events for this milestone year, and Fall's final season as the theatre's Artistic Director.
With Abigail's Party directed by Nadia Fall beginning previews this week, launching Stratford East's 140th anniversary season, the theatre has announced new shows and events for this milestone year, and Fall's final season as the theatre's Artistic Director.
Angelina Jolie to be Honoured with the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media
Angelina Jolie will receive the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media. The award recognizes leadership in creating a union between social impact and cinema. Past honourees include Colman Domingo, Michelle Yeoh, and Brendan Fraser.
Angelina Jolie will receive the TIFF Tribute Award in Impact Media. The award recognizes leadership in creating a union between social impact and cinema. Past honourees include Colman Domingo, Michelle Yeoh, and Brendan Fraser.
Photos: First Look At Jane Horrocks and More In THE BIRTHDAY PARTY
Harold Pinter’s classic comedy of menace, The Birthday Party starring Olivier Award, Tony Award and BAFTA nominee Jane Horrocks, plays the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath from Friday 2 – Saturday 31 August. See photos from the production.
Harold Pinter’s classic comedy of menace, The Birthday Party starring Olivier Award, Tony Award and BAFTA nominee Jane Horrocks, plays the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath from Friday 2 – Saturday 31 August. See photos from the production.
Cast Set For PRINCESS ESSEX at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Princess Essex, directed by Robin Belfield (Twelfth Night, RSC), written by and starring Anne Odeke (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Globe).
Cast Announced For National Tour Of ABIGAIL'S PARTY Launching This Autumn
The cast for the national tour of ABIGAIL'S PARTY this autumn has been revealed.
The cast for the national tour of ABIGAIL'S PARTY this autumn has been revealed.
Entries Open For RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award 2024
The Royal Theatrical Support Trust (RTST) and the Octagon Theatre Bolton have announced that the 2024 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award Scheme is now open for entries.
The Royal Theatrical Support Trust (RTST) and the Octagon Theatre Bolton have announced that the 2024 RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award Scheme is now open for entries.
Cast and Creatives Set For ABIGAIL'S PARTY at Stratford East
Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for ABIGAIL’S PARTY, the unmissable tragicomic portrait of social class, materialism, and sexual tension in 1970s England by Mike Leigh.
Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for ABIGAIL’S PARTY, the unmissable tragicomic portrait of social class, materialism, and sexual tension in 1970s England by Mike Leigh.
Kellie Shirley Will Star In The Fairfield Halls' Annual Pantomime SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS
UK Productions and BH Live have announced casting for this year's enchanting pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which will play at Fairfield Halls in the Ashcroft Theatre from 13 December 2024 – 05 January 2025, with a press performance on Sunday 15 December at 3pm.
UK Productions and BH Live have announced casting for this year's enchanting pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which will play at Fairfield Halls in the Ashcroft Theatre from 13 December 2024 – 05 January 2025, with a press performance on Sunday 15 December at 3pm.
Jane Horrocks Leads The Cast of THE BIRTHDAY PARTY at Theatre Royal Bath
Rehearsals are underway for Harold Pinter's classic comedy of menace, The Birthday Party starring Olivier Award, Tony Award and BAFTA nominee Jane Horrocks, which will play the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath from Friday 2 – Saturday 31 August.
Rehearsals are underway for Harold Pinter's classic comedy of menace, The Birthday Party starring Olivier Award, Tony Award and BAFTA nominee Jane Horrocks, which will play the Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath from Friday 2 – Saturday 31 August.
ENO Reveals 2024/25 London Coliseum Season
English National Opera (ENO) has announced the programme for its 2024/25 London Coliseum season with eight world-class productions and concerts. The season will run from 26 September 2024 to 22 February 2025.
English National Opera (ENO) has announced the programme for its 2024/25 London Coliseum season with eight world-class productions and concerts. The season will run from 26 September 2024 to 22 February 2025.
ABIGAIL'S PARTY and More Set For Stratford East
With Now, I See currently in previews, Stratford East has announced a new production of Mike Leigh's Abigail's Party, directed by Stratford East Artistic Director, Nadia Fall.
With Now, I See currently in previews, Stratford East has announced a new production of Mike Leigh's Abigail's Party, directed by Stratford East Artistic Director, Nadia Fall.
Cast Set For THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at Shakespeare's Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of The Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jude Christian.
Mark Strong and Lesley Manville to Star in Robert Icke's OEDIPUS in the West End
Oedipus, a new adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles, is set to have a West End run. Learn additional details and see how to purchase tickets!
Oedipus, a new adaptation created by Robert Icke after Sophocles, is set to have a West End run. Learn additional details and see how to purchase tickets!
Sam Graham, Original 'Eck' in DEAD DAD DOG, Joins Cast of John McKay's SUNNY BOY
Sam Graham, the original lead in 'Dead Dad Dog,' joins the cast of John McKay's 'Sunny Boy' 35 years later. Get the details on this unique casting announcement and the return of McKay's first play in over 30 years.
Sam Graham, the original lead in 'Dead Dad Dog,' joins the cast of John McKay's 'Sunny Boy' 35 years later. Get the details on this unique casting announcement and the return of McKay's first play in over 30 years.
Geva Theatre Unveils 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival Lineup
Discover the incredible lineup of shows at the 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival presented by Geva Theatre. From powerful emerging artists to international performers, this festival promises a unique and diverse experience. Get your tickets now!
Discover the incredible lineup of shows at the 2023 Rochester Fringe Festival presented by Geva Theatre. From powerful emerging artists to international performers, this festival promises a unique and diverse experience. Get your tickets now!
Interview: 'It's In Our Bones': Amy Rosenthal, Ryan Craig and Alexis Zegerman on Jewishness, Humanity and Chekhov in THE ARC: A TRILOGY OF NEW JEWISH PLAYS
Emanate production are bringing The Arc: A Trilogy of New Jewish Plays, three plays by writers Amy Rosenthal, Alexis Zegerman, and Ryan Craig, to Soho Theatre. Following its inaugural production at the Kiln Theatre last year, Emanate have forged a space for Jewish voices to shine a spotlight on and celebrate modern Jewish stories in theatre.
Emanate production are bringing The Arc: A Trilogy of New Jewish Plays, three plays by writers Amy Rosenthal, Alexis Zegerman, and Ryan Craig, to Soho Theatre. Following its inaugural production at the Kiln Theatre last year, Emanate have forged a space for Jewish voices to shine a spotlight on and celebrate modern Jewish stories in theatre.
'Master Of The House - The Theatres Of Cameron Mackintosh' Wins The Inaugural Architectural History Book Of The Year
'MASTER OF THE HOUSE – THE THEATRES OF CAMERON MACKINTOSH', by Michael Coveney with a foreword by Cameron Mackintosh has just won the inaugural Architectural History Book of the Year award in a ceremony at the Zaha Hadid Foundation in Clerkenwell on Wednesday 12 July 2023 as part of the World Architecture Festival.
'MASTER OF THE HOUSE – THE THEATRES OF CAMERON MACKINTOSH', by Michael Coveney with a foreword by Cameron Mackintosh has just won the inaugural Architectural History Book of the Year award in a ceremony at the Zaha Hadid Foundation in Clerkenwell on Wednesday 12 July 2023 as part of the World Architecture Festival.
MAY DECEMBER to Open 61st New York Film Festival
In May December, Elizabeth (Natalie Portman), a popular television star, has arrived in a tight-knit island community in Savannah. Here, she will be doing intimate research for a new part, ingratiating herself into the lives of Gracie (Julianne Moore), whom she’ll be playing on-screen, and her much younger husband, Joe (Charles Melton).
In May December, Elizabeth (Natalie Portman), a popular television star, has arrived in a tight-knit island community in Savannah. Here, she will be doing intimate research for a new part, ingratiating herself into the lives of Gracie (Julianne Moore), whom she’ll be playing on-screen, and her much younger husband, Joe (Charles Melton).
London Classic Theatre Extends UK and Ireland Tour of ABIGAIL'S PARTY
London Classic Theatre has announced fourteen further venues for its smash-hit UK and Ireland tour. Abigail's Party extends its run for three months until 7 October.
London Classic Theatre has announced fourteen further venues for its smash-hit UK and Ireland tour. Abigail's Party extends its run for three months until 7 October.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Mike Leigh written?
Mike Leigh has written 5 shows including Ecstasy (Playwright), Goose-pimples (Playwright), Smelling a Rat (Playwright), Abigail's Party (Playwright), Two Thousand Years (Author).
What awards has Mike Leigh been nominated for?
Best Revival (Olivier Awards) for Abigail's Party, Best Director (Evening Standard Awards) for Grief, and Best Comedy (Evening Standard Awards) for Goosepimples.
What awards has Mike Leigh won?
Mike Leigh has won the following awards: Best Director at the Evening Standard Awards for Grief and Best Comedy at the Evening Standard Awards for Goosepimples.
Videos