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Cast Set For BELLY OF THE BEAST at Finborough Theatre

The cast has been announced for the world premiere of Belly of the Beast, an award-winning new play from a debut playwright, Saana Sze. Learn more about the show and the cast here!
Review: WOLVES ON ROAD, Bush Theatre

Director, Daniel Bailey, follows up his hit Red Pitch with a play that cannot locate the detail it needs to step out of a generic plot
Review Roundup: WOLVES ON ROAD at Bush Theatre

See what the critics are saying about Wolves on Road at Bush Theatre. Wolves on Road is a deep-dive into the mysterious world of crypto-currency. Read the reviews for the production.
Outside Edge Theatre Company's New Scheme Connects Writers With Professional Playwrights

Outside Edge Theatre Company and Nick Hern Books will present Script Club: a new playreading and events initiative to support the development of writers from underrepresented backgrounds.
Riverside Studios Reveals Christmas and New Year Line Up of Theatre, Cinema and Events

Details have been announced for the creative programme at Riverside Studios for this Christmas season, which includes five theatre productions, festive events and cinema.
Cast Set For HANSEL AND GRETEL at Shakespeare's Globe

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast for Hansel and Gretel. Following last year’s run, this year's production is the Brothers Grimm’s classic story, with brand new songs.
MJ THE MUSICAL, CHOIR BOY, and More Win 2024 Black British Theatre Awards

The Black British Theatre Awards have announced the winners of its 2024 awards. The BBTAs continue to honour the outstanding achievements and contributions of Black artists to the UK's vibrant theatre industry.
Review: GUARDS AT THE TAJ, Orange Tree Theatre

Who owns beauty? How far would you go to obey orders? What is the ultimate price of friendship? Rajiv Joseph's thought-provoking and blackly comic play, Guards at the Taj, explores power, obediance, human curiosity and allegiance, beautifully directed by 2024’s recipient of the JMK Award, Adam Karim.
Guest Blog: JMK Award Winner Adam Karim on GUARDS AT THE TAJ

'F**k the King. Beauty Shall Live.' Calm down, I'm not having a pop at Charlie boy. Well not yet anyway. Well, maybe a bit. More of that later. These aren't actually my words, they're the words of Babur in our production of Guards at The Taj at the Orange Tree Theatre.
Jamael Westman and Tom Moutchi Join WOLVES ON ROAD at the Bush Theatre

Bush Theatre has announced that Tom Moutchi and Jamael Westman will appear as guest actors in the world premiere of Wolves On Road, a fast, funny, and furious new play from Beru Tessema (House of Ife), directed by Bush Theatre’s Associate Artistic Director, Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, August in England). 
Kenny Emson Will Serve As Mercury Theatre's First Literary Associate

The Mercury Theatre in Colchester has announced that Kenny Emson will be the theatre's first Literary Associate, continuing Emson's 16-year association with the theatre. Since 2019, Emson has run the Mercury Theatre Writers programme which looks to nurture young writers from the East of England.
Review: STATUES, Bush Theatre

Ahmed deftly weaves humour and tragedy through an entertaining and deeply touching story about a son discovering more about his recently deceased father when he uncovers secrets while packing up his council flat in South Kilburn. See what our critic had to say.
Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!
Zoe Cooper and Stewart Pringle Appointed RSC Writers-in-Residence

The RSC has announced the appointment of Zoe Cooper and Stewart Pringle as the company's new Writers-in-Residence.  In their new roles, the playwrights will lead the New Works team at the RSC and develop their own writing.
MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters

Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, which is currently playing to sold out houses in the West End, will come to cinemas next year. Learn more about when the show was captured and when it'll be released in movie theatres.
Full Cast Set For THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!
Stars From SUNSET BOULEVARD, STARLIGHT EXPRESS, and More Take Home 2024 The Stage Debut Awards

The 12 winners of The Stage Debut Awards 2024, in partnership with ATG Entertainment, were revealed at a  London ceremony at 8 Northumberland Avenue on September 29.
Lynette Linton and Daniel Bailey Will Leave the Bush Theatre in 2025

The Bush Theatre has announced that Artistic Director Lynette Linton and Associate Artistic Director Daniel Bailey will step down from their roles in Spring 2025 after six years at the west London venue. Bailey will leave in January and Linton in March. 
Hightide Reveals First Group of Mentors For New Hightide Writer's Group

HighTide has announced the six mentors for the new HighTide Writer’s Group. The mentors are Alice Birch, Jez Butterworth, Lolita Chakrabarti, Dennis Kelly, Anoushka Lucas and Winsome Pinnock.
Nassim Soleimanpour's NASSIM to be Presented at The Huntington

The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of Nassim, a vibrant theatrical experience written by Nassim Soleimanpour, directed by Omar Elerian. From Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour comes an audacious, 75-minute, new theatrical experiment. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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