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Review: THE LIMIT, Royal Opera House
by Alexander Cohen - Oct 27, 2023


A play about the limits of language ought to easily translate into a ballet. Words naturally count for less and speech is no longer the primary means of communicating emotions. But does Sam Steiner’s indie darling Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons make the leap into dance?

Review: THE DUMB WAITER at Katonah Classic Stage
by Bruce Apar - Oct 26, 2023


The Dumb Waiter is built with the trademark tropes and techniques that comprise a vintage Pinter. There is no room – or need – for exposition, so if you’re waiting to discern a decipherable story line, you might as well be waiting for Godot.

Review Roundup: Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas Open in LYONESSE. What Did the Critics Think?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 26, 2023


Lyonesse is now open. Kristin Scott Thomas and Lily James star in Penelope Skinner’s new play, directed by Ian Rickson. What did the critics think?

Lead Cast Set For AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023


The producers of the Curve production of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN THE MUSICAL have announced that Luke Baker, Georgia Lennon, Jamal Crawford, Paul French and Sinead Long will star as Zack Mayo, Paula Pokrifki, Gunnery Sergeant Emil Foley, Sid Worley and Lynette Pomeroy respectively.

Review: LYONESSE, Harold Pinter Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 26, 2023


Lily James and Kristin Scott Thomas were last seen together on screen in Ben Wheatley’s 2020 Daphne du Maurier adaptation of Rebecca. They now reunite in Penelope Skinner’s brand new play Lyonesse about a reclusive actress who is planning a movie comeback. With the brilliant Ian Rickson directing, we should be in safe hands. Unfortunately, even with their collective talent and star power, it is hard to rescue this confused and untidy play.

Undermain Theatre Presents The Regional Premiere Of NO MAN'S LAND By Harold Pinter
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023


Undermain Theatre presents the regional premiere of No Man's Land by Harold Pinter. Don't miss this captivating production running from November 9 to December 3, 2023.

Thirdwing Premieres UNITED NATIONS Drama At New 154 On Christopher
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023


Thirdwing presents the World Premiere of 'UNITED NATIONS: THE OTHER WEST,' a darkly comedic drama set within the UN Headquarters in New York. This innovative hybrid theater company brings bold new works to the stage and streaming platforms. Don't miss this powerful production starring Matthew Sanders, Yelena Shmulenson, Wesli Spencer, and Siobhan Crystal.

BUCKET BOY To Be Presented At Baxter Masambe Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023


THE CREATIVE TEAM BEHIND APPLE FACE presents BUCKET BOY, a dark yet poignant comedy set in a DVD store in the late 2010s. John Maytham stars as Baardmann, the struggling owner trying to keep his business alive in the age of online streaming.

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 20, 2023


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Merrily We Roll Along on Broadway. Check out all the details here!

Review: 3-WAY STOP at Schoolhouse Theater in Croton Falls
by Bruce Apar - Oct 19, 2023


In 3-Way Stop, a threesome of short plays on stage through Oct. 29 at Schoolhouse Theater in Croton Falls (Putnam County, N.Y.), playwright James Sheldon brings to the fore miniature slices of life that cut close to the bone – sibling rivalry, marital meanderings, the search for life’s meaning (or at least for a more meaningful life.) 

WISHMAS Reveals Official Event Partners and Full Creative Team
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023


As Wishmas: A Fantastical Christmas Adventure prepares to begin performances next month, the official event partners and the creative team have been announced for London's new, ultimate festive adventure.

SLEEPING BEAUTY Drag Pantomime Comes to the West End This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023


TuckShop – the UK’s only specialist production company devoted all things drag - are back in the West End again this Christmas with SLEEPING BEAUTY, the third of its all drag pantomimes.

Hudson Theatre Works Opens Season With Early Pinter Masterpieces
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2023


Hudson Theatre Works kicks open its 11th Season with a double bill of one-acts by Harold Pinter, one of Britain's most influential modern dramatists. PINTER x 2 features two of Pinter's early works: The Dumb Waiter and The Lover. 

Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis & More To Join The Drama League's EMBRACE THE SEASON Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Annaleigh Ashford, Lindsay Mendez, Norm Lewis, Danny Burstein, and more will be performing at The Drama League's 'Embrace The Season' Gala.

Sam Mendes to Direct New Play by Jez Butterworth
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 11, 2023


Following their multi-award-winning triumph, The Ferryman, Jez Butterworth, writer of Jerusalem, and Sam Mendes, director of The Lehman Trilogy, return to the West End to bring you The Hills of California. The latest play from the acclaimed playwright will run at Harold Pinter Theatre, for a limited season, from 27 January to 15 June 2024.

Photos: First Look at Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez & More in MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Check out photos from the highly anticipated Broadway production of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, featuring Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: THE CARETAKER at Edge Of The Universe Theater
by Roger Catlin - Oct 3, 2023


The Writer’s Center is just the right place to stage a reverent version of one of Harold Pinter’s best known plays.

Video: Daniel Radcliffe Reveals Which MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Song 'Haunts His Dreams'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023


Merrily We Roll Along was recently featured on an episode of CBS Sunday Morning, where the cast discussed the show, Sondheim, and more. In a new clip, Daniel Radcliffe reveals which song from the show 'haunts his dreams'.

Cast Set For Reimagining of THE NUTCRACKER at the New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2023


This Christmas, the New Vic Theatre will put its own magical spin on the classic story of The Nutcracker in a festive family production. Find out who is starring in this new show here!

Video: Radcliffe, Groff, and Mendez Talk MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 1, 2023


Watch the trio, along with director Maria Friedman, discuss bringing Merrily We Roll Along back to Broadway, along with new clips from the show!

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