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EPIX Renews Drama Series DOMINA for Season Two

The epic, sweeping drama series takes place during one of the most provocative periods in Roman history, following the extraordinary rise of Gaius, Emperor Augustus Caesar’s third wife, Livia Drusilla, played by Kasia Smutniak (Perfetti Sconosciuti, Loro, Devils).  Domina is scheduled to begin production this spring at Cinecittà Studios in Rome.

DOMINA Will Premiere June 6 on EPIX

The crew includes a prolific team, with costumes designed by the Academy Award®-winning Gabriella Pescucci, production design by Luca Tranchino (Prison Break), make-up by Katia Sisto (Penny Dreadful) and hair design by Claudia Catini (Trust).

Sheffield Theatres Launches FREE CHEERS FOR SHEFFIELD

Today Sheffield Theatres launches FREE CHEERS FOR SHEFFIELD, an online programme that will celebrate the Theatres' greatest moments, continue its dementia friendly programme and support children and young people with creative activities and educational resources.

Hampstead Theatre's Associate Company, The Mono Box, Launches 'The Monologue Library'

Hampstead Theatre's Associate Company, The Mono Box, has announced the launch of The Monologue Library, audio recordings of renowned artists performing their favourite theatrical speeches.

Further Casting Announced for the Fourth Series of BBC One's OUR GIRL

Michelle Keegan returned to South Africa this week to begin filming the fourth series of Tony Ground's hit BBC One series, Our Girl.

See The Current Standings In The BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Ian McKellen Leads Best Actor!

Voting continues for the 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favourites.

See The Current Standings In The BroadwayWorld UK Awards; THE JUNGLE Leads Best Play!

Voting continues for the 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favourites.

See The Current Standings In The BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Cast Your Vote!

Voting continues for the 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites!

Shortlist Announced For The 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards; Voting Now Open!

Today, the shortlist is announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld UK Awards, celebrating the best long-running West End productions and best new productions from around the country. CLICK HERE TO VOTE!

BWW Review: THE YORK REALIST, Crucible, Sheffield

Robert Hastie's take on Peter Gill's tale of north/south love is sympathetic and emotional, with a beautiful lead performance from Ben Batt.

Brief 2/19: Meet DEAR EVAN HANSEN's Taylor Trensch, Sneak Peek of Heidi Blickenstaff in FREAKY FRIDAY, and More!

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: meet Dear Evan Hansen's Taylor Trensch in a new interview with Richard Ridge, get a sneak peek at Heidi Blickenstaff in Freaky Friday, and more!

BWW Review: THE YORK REALIST, Donmar Warehouse

In the Donmar Warehouse's last season, Knives in Hens split opinion in a highly stylised and surreal production. As the title may suggest, Peter Gill's 2001 play The York Realist could not be further from this. Grounded in naturalism both in script and vision, Robert Hastie's production of The York Realist finds an ideal leading man in the remarkable Ben Batt.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE YORK REALIST at the Donmar Warehouse

I live here. I live here. You can't see that, though. You can't see it. This is where I live. Here.'

LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT Leads February's Top 10 New London Shows

London is never short of temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From O'Neill and flamenco to punk and Pippin, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld reviews, interviews and features!

Photo Flash: Donmar Warehouse presents THE YORK REALIST

Donmar Associate Robert Hastie returns for this timely revival from one of our greatest living playwrights, following his previous productions My Night with Reg and Splendour.

Jonathan Bailey, Ben Batt, Lucy Black Join THE YORK REALIST at Donmar Warehouse; Full Cast Announced

The Donmar Warehouse and Sheffield Theatres today announce full casting for Donmar Associate Director and Sheffield Theatres Artistic Director Robert Hastie's new revival of Peter Gill's modern masterpiece The York Realist.

Sheffield Theatres' Artistic Director Robert Hastie Announces New Season For 2018

Artistic Director of Sheffield Theatres Robert Hastie today announces his new season for 2018.

James Norton, Imogen Poots and Linda Bassett In New Donmar Warehouse Season

Artistic Director Josie Rourke and Executive Producer Kate Pakenham announce today three new productions at the Donmar Warehouse for late 2017 and through to 2018: a new play by Amy Herzog, Belleville, a revival of Peter Gill's modern classic, The York Realist, and a new production of William Congreve's Restoration comedy The Way of the World.

Peter Gill's CERTAIN YOUNG MEN Gets Reading Tonight at the National Theatre

The National Theatre will mark the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales by staging its first Queer Theatre event series from 6 - 10 July 2017. 

Casting Announced for Peter Gill's CERTAIN YOUNG MEN Reading at the National Theatre

The National Theatre will mark the 50th anniversary of the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales by staging its first Queer Theatre event series from 6 - 10 July 2017.