Brigid Larmour
Latest News on Brigid Larmour:
Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Trafalgar Theatre (Jan 10, 2025)
Interview: 'I've Always Hated the Play': Tracy-Ann Oberman on Antisemitism, Changing Attitudes and Adapting THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 (Nov 29, 2024)
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman Will Return to the West End (Jul 17, 2024)
Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Trafalgar Theatre (Jan 10, 2025)
Interview: 'I've Always Hated the Play': Tracy-Ann Oberman on Antisemitism, Changing Attitudes and Adapting THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 (Nov 29, 2024)
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman Will Return to the West End (Jul 17, 2024)
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Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Trafalgar Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 10, 2025
Oswald Mosley’s Blackshirts are getting a foothold in London’s East End. Shylock, here a single parent, requests a pound of flesh from Antonio, part of Mosley’s aficionados, in order to clear his debts. The demands of the Jewish moneylender who’s endlessly abused in public by the same people who require her services immediately gain further nuance in Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman.
by Cindy Marcolina - Jan 10, 2025
Oswald Mosley’s Blackshirts are getting a foothold in London’s East End. Shylock, here a single parent, requests a pound of flesh from Antonio, part of Mosley’s aficionados, in order to clear his debts. The demands of the Jewish moneylender who’s endlessly abused in public by the same people who require her services immediately gain further nuance in Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman.
Interview: 'I've Always Hated the Play': Tracy-Ann Oberman on Antisemitism, Changing Attitudes and Adapting THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 29, 2024
After a successful run at the Criterion Theatre earlier this year, The Merchant of Venice 1936, an adaptation of Shakespeare’s work by Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman, with Oberman starring as a female version of the Jewish moneylender, Shylock. Larmour and Oberman have moved the setting to London in the 1930s, when fascism was on the rise with Oswald Mosley and his Blackshirts, culminating in the Battle of Cable Street on 4 October 1936.
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 29, 2024
After a successful run at the Criterion Theatre earlier this year, The Merchant of Venice 1936, an adaptation of Shakespeare’s work by Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman, with Oberman starring as a female version of the Jewish moneylender, Shylock. Larmour and Oberman have moved the setting to London in the 1930s, when fascism was on the rise with Oswald Mosley and his Blackshirts, culminating in the Battle of Cable Street on 4 October 1936.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman Will Return to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
Following a season at the Criterion Theatre and a sold-out UK tour, Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner), will return to the West End to reprise her starring role from as the first British actress to play Shylock in the critically acclaimed production of The Merchant of Venice 1936 from December this year.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024
Following a season at the Criterion Theatre and a sold-out UK tour, Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner), will return to the West End to reprise her starring role from as the first British actress to play Shylock in the critically acclaimed production of The Merchant of Venice 1936 from December this year.
London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024
London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024
London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35
Now Onsale: The West End Transfer of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE-1936
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 3, 2024
Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from the RSC. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this “striking and impactful” (Guardian) new production that “makes theatre history” (The Telegraph), from acclaimed director Brigid Larmour.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 3, 2024
Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from the RSC. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this “striking and impactful” (Guardian) new production that “makes theatre history” (The Telegraph), from acclaimed director Brigid Larmour.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Will Transfer to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2023
Following its critically acclaimed UK tour, The Merchant of Venice 1936 transfers to London’s West End for a limited season at the Criterion Theatre, from 15 February – 23 March.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2023
Following its critically acclaimed UK tour, The Merchant of Venice 1936 transfers to London’s West End for a limited season at the Criterion Theatre, from 15 February – 23 March.
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Daniel Kitson's MAYBE A GHOST STORY, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023
Wilton's Music Hall has announced its stunning autumn season, which sees ground-breaking productions, and collaborations with forward-thinking theatre companies. Continuing what has been an incredible year of theatre for Britain's oldest Victorian music hall, this new season is set to be one of the best yet.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023
Wilton's Music Hall has announced its stunning autumn season, which sees ground-breaking productions, and collaborations with forward-thinking theatre companies. Continuing what has been an incredible year of theatre for Britain's oldest Victorian music hall, this new season is set to be one of the best yet.
Raymond Coulthard and Hannah Morrish Join Tracy-Ann Oberman in THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023
Casting has been announced for a ground-breaking new production which transports one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics to 1930’s Britain – The Merchant of Venice 1936 - which will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2023
Casting has been announced for a ground-breaking new production which transports one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics to 1930’s Britain – The Merchant of Venice 1936 - which will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
Erica Whyman Announces Final Programme with RSC
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 1, 2023
Erica Whyman has announced details of her final season of work as Acting Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) ahead of her stepping down this month.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jun 1, 2023
Erica Whyman has announced details of her final season of work as Acting Artistic Director of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) ahead of her stepping down this month.
Review: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936, Watford Palace Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Mar 3, 2023
A bold and accessible Merchant that commits to exposing the antisemitism that suffuses the play
by Gary Naylor - Mar 3, 2023
A bold and accessible Merchant that commits to exposing the antisemitism that suffuses the play
Photos: First Look at THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 at Watford Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023
Leading actor and writer Tracy-Ann Oberman will reinvent the role of Shylock in the hotly anticipated production directed by Brigid Larmour, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023
Leading actor and writer Tracy-Ann Oberman will reinvent the role of Shylock in the hotly anticipated production directed by Brigid Larmour, Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre. Check out photos here!
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Will Embark on UK Tour Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2023
The Merchant of Venice 1936, Watford Palace Theatre’s ground-breaking new production of one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner), as Shylock, will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2023
The Merchant of Venice 1936, Watford Palace Theatre’s ground-breaking new production of one of Shakespeare’s most enduring classics starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who, Friday Night Dinner), as Shylock, will embark on a UK tour this Autumn, beginning at the RSC’s Swan Theatre from Thursday 21 September.
Brigid Larmour Steps Down as Watford Palace Theatre's Artistic Director and CEO
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2022
Brigid Larmour has announced she will be stepping down from her role as Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre in Spring 2023.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 14, 2022
Brigid Larmour has announced she will be stepping down from her role as Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Watford Palace Theatre in Spring 2023.
Cast Announced For THE MERCHANT OF VENICE at Watford Palace Theatre and HOME Manchester
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2022
Casting has been announced for The Merchant of Venice, coming to Watford Palace Theatre and HOME Manchester in 2023.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2022
Casting has been announced for The Merchant of Venice, coming to Watford Palace Theatre and HOME Manchester in 2023.
Watford Palace Theatre Announces Spring 2023 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2022
Comedy, children's shows and adaptations of classics are the flavour of Spring 2023 at Watford Palace Theatre. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup of shows here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2022
Comedy, children's shows and adaptations of classics are the flavour of Spring 2023 at Watford Palace Theatre. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup of shows here!
Tickets On Sale For THE MERCHANT OF VENICE 1936 Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2022
Originally scheduled for a 2020 run, The Merchant of Venice 1936 has successfully weathered the pandemic! It is to premiere in Spring 2023, in a partnership between Watford Palace Theatre and Trafalgar Entertainment, supported by the Royal Shakespeare Company with a research and development period earlier this year.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2022
Originally scheduled for a 2020 run, The Merchant of Venice 1936 has successfully weathered the pandemic! It is to premiere in Spring 2023, in a partnership between Watford Palace Theatre and Trafalgar Entertainment, supported by the Royal Shakespeare Company with a research and development period earlier this year.
LITTLE WOMEN Comes to Watford Palace Theatre and Pitlochry Festival Theatre This Year
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are set to join forces this summer to stage the première of Anne-Marie Casey's new adaptation of Louise May Alcott's much loved tale Little Women.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are set to join forces this summer to stage the première of Anne-Marie Casey's new adaptation of Louise May Alcott's much loved tale Little Women.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre Will Première Anne-Marie Casey's New Stage Adaptation Of LITTLE WOMEN
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022
Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are set to join forces this summer to stage the première of Anne-Marie Casey's new adaptation of Louise May Alcott's much loved tale Little Women.
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2022
Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are set to join forces this summer to stage the première of Anne-Marie Casey's new adaptation of Louise May Alcott's much loved tale Little Women.
Watford Palace Theatre Announce New Chair and Co-Deputy Chairs Of The Board
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2022
John Hunt has been elected Chair of the Board of Trustees, supported by Carol Lingwood and Kenny Rebecca Dada as Deputies.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2022
John Hunt has been elected Chair of the Board of Trustees, supported by Carol Lingwood and Kenny Rebecca Dada as Deputies.
Watford Palace Theatre Brings Back Socially Distanced Performance Options As Part Of Autumn/Winter Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2021
This autumn and winter Watford Palace Theatre are to present a range of shows and events in a range of ways to offer cultural and entertainment opportunities for all audiences. Longer running shows, such as Dick Wittington and His Cat, will offer socially distanced performances during the run, which will see a reduction in auditorium capacity, with seating separated into blocks of up to 6 seats per party.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2021
This autumn and winter Watford Palace Theatre are to present a range of shows and events in a range of ways to offer cultural and entertainment opportunities for all audiences. Longer running shows, such as Dick Wittington and His Cat, will offer socially distanced performances during the run, which will see a reduction in auditorium capacity, with seating separated into blocks of up to 6 seats per party.
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