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Review: CARE, Young Vic
by Clementine Scott - May 19, 2026

Rosanna Vize’s set for the world premiere of Care is sterile, harshly lit and unromantic. Like Alexander Zeldin’s script, it is almost mundane in its naturalism, yet unflinching in how it approaches its subject: life in a care home, both for the elderly residents and for those who care for them.

Gracie Cochrane Exits HARRY POTTER Series; Ginny Weasley to be Recast
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026

Stage actress Gracie Cochrane, who stars as Ginny Weasley in the first season of HBO's Harry Potter series, will depart the series after the first season. The character will be recast for future seasons.

Photos: CARE is Now Playing at the Young Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

Production photos have been released for Alexander Zeldin’s new play CARE, currently in previews at the Young Vic Theatre. Learn more and check out the photos here!

HARRY POTTER Gets Season 2 Order at HBO; Will Begin Filming This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2026

HBO has officially greenlit a second season of the Harry Potter series, which aims to dedicate each season to an installment of the seven-volume book series.

Video: HARRY POTTER Special Will Go Behind the Scenes of HBO Series with John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2026

HBO will debut a new behind-the-scenes special that chronicles the making of the upcoming Harry Potter television series. Watch the trailer for the new special now.

HARRY POTTER Teaser Becomes Most-Watched Trailer in HBO History
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 30, 2026

The first trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone marked the most-watched trailer in HBO and HBO Max history, exceeding the previous record by more than double.

Video/Photos: See John Lithgow, Janet McTeer & More in Teaser for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026

Accio trailer! HBO Max has released the first teaser for the eight-episode first season of the upcoming original Harry Potter series, officially titled Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. Take a look at the trio, in addition to John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, and more!

New Cast of Hogwarts Students Join HBO HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026

Several young performers have joined the cast of the HBO Harry Potter series as Hogwarts students. Among the new additions are stage alums Cian Eagle-Service, Jazmyn Lewin and Laila Barwick. 

Cast Set For CARE By Alexander Zeldin at The Young Vic
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2026

The Young Vic Theatre has announced the casting for CARE, written and directed by internationally-acclaimed writer and director Alexander Zeldin in his Young Vic debut. Learn more here!

Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers To Compose New Score for HARRY POTTER Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2026

Hans Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers will compose a new score for the HBO Original Harry Potter series, debuting in 2027 on HBO and HBO Max. As a group, they will be the fifth group of songwriters to score the Harry Potter stories onscreen.

Warwick Davis to Return as Professor Flitwick in HARRY POTTER Series; Brid Brennan & More Join Cast
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 3, 2025

Warwick Davis has been cast as Professor Filius Flitwick in HBO's Harry Potter series, marking his homecoming to the wizarding world in a role he originated for the film series. The series has also cast several other roles, including Tony Award winner Bríd Brennan as Madam Poppy Pomfrey.

All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025

With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.

Review Roundup: Tony Kushner Adapts THE VISIT at The National Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020

The Visit plays on the Olivier Stage at The National Theatre. Based on the play by Friedrich Dürrenmatt adapted by Tony Kushner, original English version by Maurice Valency. Read the reviews!

BWW Review: THE VISIT, National Theatre
by Marianka Swain - Feb 14, 2020

Three years after the National's enthralling revival of Tony Kushner's Angels in America, the playwright returns with his new adaptation of Friedrich Dürrenmatt's tragicomic 1956 parable a?' which has also been turned into an Ingrid Bergman-starring film and a Kander and Ebb musical.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE VISIT at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2020

The Visit plays on the Olivier Stage at The National Theatre until 13 May.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For THE VISIT at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2020

In the town of Slurry, New York, post-war recession has bitten. Claire Zachanassian, improbably beautiful and impenetrably terrifying, returns to her hometown as the world's richest woman. The locals hope her arrival signals a change in their fortunes, but they soon realise that prosperity will only come at a terrible price.

THE VISIT Begins Rehearsals at the National Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2019

In the town of Slurry, New York, post-war recession has bitten. Claire Zachanassian, improbably beautiful and impenetrably terrifying, returns to her hometown as the world's richest woman. The locals hope her arrival signals a change in their fortunes, but they soon realise that prosperity will only come at a terrible price.

Showtime Orders Second Season of BACK TO LIFE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 19, 2019

SHOWTIME has announced a second season of the six-part comedy series BACK TO LIFE, which will be a co-production with BBC Three. From Fleabag producers Harry and Jack Williams of Two Brothers Pictures, BACK TO LIFE is created and written by Daisy Haggard and Laura Solon, with Haggard starring. Debuting to rave reviews, BACK TO LIFE will wrap up its first season on Sunday, November 24 at 10 p.m. ET/PT with two back-to-back episodes. The entire season is available now for on-demand streaming or download on the SHOWTIME and SHOWTIME ANYTIME® apps, as well as for viewing via SHOWTIME On Demand. The announcement was made today by Gary Levine and Jana Winograde, Presidents of Entertainment, Showtime Networks Inc.

National Theatre Announces December 2019 – June 2020 Lineup; ROMEO & JULIET, SEA SICK, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2019

The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for December 2019 - June 2020.

Showtime to Release All Six Episodes of New Comedy Series BACK TO LIFE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 1, 2019

SHOWTIME will release all six episodes of the new series BACK TO LIFE to its subscribers at midnight on Sunday, November 10 prior to its on-air debut that night at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The episodes will be available for on-demand streaming or download on the SHOWTIME and SHOWTIME ANYTIME(R) apps, as well as for viewing via SHOWTIME On Demand. BACK TO LIFE will debut on air with back to back episodes and continue with two new episodes every Sunday at 10 p.m. ET/PT.