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Cast Set For METAMORPHOSES at The Cockpit


The cast has been announced for Jimmy J's genre-bending adaptation of Ovid's 1st century poem coming to The Cockpit from 16th May - 1st June 2024, reclaiming the transgender narratives that underpin so much of Greco-Roman mythology.

Cast Set For THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, The Roald Dahl Story Company and Leeds Playhouse have announced casting for The Enormous Crocodile at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, running from 17 May – 8 June 2024.

George Orwell's 1984 Will Be Staged at Theatre Royal Bath in and Adaptation By Ryan Craig


The novel which has most influenced the 21st century is brought to the stage in a thrilling new version by Ryan Craig which comes to Theatre Royal Bath from 20 – 28 September 2024, followed by a UK tour to be announced.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre in June


Pitlochry Festival Theatre and OVO have announced the première of Scottish playwright Frances Poet’s exciting new stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s satirical study of society, money, and love - Sense and Sensibility. 

RISE AND FALL OF THE CITY OF MAHAGONNY is Now Playing at The Greek National Opera


The Greek National Opera is now presenting Kurt Weill and Bertolt Brecht’s iconic opera Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny, from 12 April 2024 and for a run of six performances, at the Stavros Niarchos Hall, in the SNFCC.

The Original Music From Punchdrunk's THE BURNT CITY is Now Available


For the first time, an original soundtrack from a Punchdrunk show is available. Released by The Vinyl Factory, the album is available from today!

LUNG Return with Verbatim Musical About the Childcare System in the UK


Multi-award-winning LUNG return with new musical The Children’s Inquiry which will shine a light on the UK’s childcare system when it premieres at London’s Southwark Playhouse Elephant in July.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards


Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.

Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsal of CORAM BOY at Chichester Festival Theatre


Watch footage from the first day of rehearsal of Anna Ledwich’s new production of Coram Boy, running at Chichester Festival Theatre from 24 May – 15 June and at The Lowry, Salford from 21 – 29 June in the video here!

Dates Added To UNFAIR ADVANTAGE U.S. Premiere At Steppenwolf


Catch the latest updates on UNFAIR ADVANTAGE's extended run. The show, due to popular demand, has added more dates but must close on May 19.

Full Lineup Set For PlayGround's 28th Annual Festival Of New Works


Discover the full lineup for PLAYGROUND'S 28TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NEW WORKS, featuring premiere presentations and developmental readings by emerging playwrights. Learn about the plays and see how to purchase tickets.

PAPER STORY is Now Playing at the National Theatre in Prague


Paper Story comes to Prague this week. This is a poetic production about the frail world we ourselves create, suitable for the whole family. The main role is assigned to paper, playfulness and children’s imagination. 

National Theatre Will Adapt BALLET SHOES For the Stage This Autumn


The National Theatre will adapt the bestselling book Ballet Shoes for the stage. Learn more about the production here!

First Female Playwrights Chosen For Inaugural Women In Theatre Lab Announced


The first female playwrights chosen for the inaugural Women in Theatre Lab have been announced.

INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMP Comes to the Soho Theatre This July


The international cabaret star and lyricist Dr Adam Perchard and the award-winning composer Richard Thomas will perform their show Interview With The Vamp at Soho Theatre, London this July.

Northern Ireland Opera Announces Cast And Creatives For EUGENE ONEGIN


Discover the cast and creatives announced by Northern Ireland Opera for the production of EUGENE ONÉGIN. Get insights into the team bringing this classic opera to life.

GUYS AND DOLLS, COSI FAN TUTTE, and More Set For Opera Saratoga's 2024 Season


Opera Saratoga has announced a high stakes 2024 season! The summer festival features three sure bets - three new productions at Universal Preservation Hall running from June 27 to July 7.

Cast Set For Non-Replica A CHORUS LINE UK Tour


The full cast has been announced for the UK tour of Curve's smash-hit production of A CHORUS LINE. Learn more about the tour here!

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS


All new rehearsal photos have been released from the return of the original, smash hit production of People, Places and Things. 

Review: LONDON TIDE, National Theatre


Aesthetically malnourished, London Tide lacks the lustrous life blood that so warmly floods through the veins of Dickens’s literary world.

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