Citizens Theatre

Brian Cox Returns to Scottish Stages in James Graham's MAKE IT HAPPEN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2025

Brian Cox will return to Scottish stages in a new play by leading British playwright James Graham. This is the first major artwork to tell the story of Royal Bank of Scotland's role in the 2008 financial crash.

Full Cast Set For World Première of WILD ROSE at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

The full cast has been announced for the upcoming world première of brand-new musical Wild Rose, written by Nicole Taylor and directed by John Tiffany. Learn more here!

Industry Pro Newsletter: NEA Reports On the State of Nonprofits, Tom Viola Honored
by Alex Freeman - Dec 23, 2024

From nonprofit theaters innovating in the face of financial pressures to the anticipation of live performance rebounding amidst AI fatigue, the stories highlight an industry evolving while staying grounded in community and creativity. Stories include Broadway honoring Tom Viola, regional theaters navigating leadership changes, and international venues undergoing major renovations.

SMALL ACTS OF LOVE Will Reopen The Citizens Theatre in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024

The Citizens Theatre has announced Small Acts of Love as the show which will reopen the theatre in 2025. Learn more about this upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!

Theatres Trust Secures Further Funding From The Linbury Trust For Small Grants Programme
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

Theatres Trust, the national advisory and advocacy body for theatres, has secured a further three years of funding from The Linbury Trust for its Small Grants Programme.

MACBETH Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo to Play Movie Theaters
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2024

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.

Further Cast, Creative Team, and Dates Set For Cate Blanchett-Led THE SEAGULL at The Barbican Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024

Further casting has been announced for Duncan Macmillan and Thomas Ostermeier's new version of Chekhov's masterpiece The Seagull. Learn more about the show here!

Dawn Sievewright Will Lead World Premiere of WILD ROSE at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024

Olivier Award-nominated Dawn Sievewright will star as Rose-Lynn Harlan in the upcoming world premiere of brand-new musical Wild Rose, written by Nicole Taylor (One Day, Three Girls, The C Word, The Nest) and directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch).

Full Cast Set For JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK Starring J. Smith-Cameron and Mark Rylance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2024

The full cast has been announced for the new production of Seán O'Casey's timeless masterpiece, Juno and the Paycock, directed by Tony and Olivier award-winner Matthew Warchus.

Additional Cast Members Join THE DUCHESS (OF MALFI) Starring Jodie Whittaker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

Further casting has been revealed for Zinnie Harris’ acclaimed production of The Duchess (Of Malfi). Learn how to purchase tickets.

National Theatre of Scotland to Present FIFTH STEP, DEAR BILLY, and More at Edinburgh Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 29, 2024

The National Theatre of Scotland is set to make its presence known at the Edinburgh Festivals this August, with three productions being performed on the world stage.

Pace Theatre Company Announces Premiere Of New Stage Play By Frances Poet
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 23, 2024

There Is No Room in our Bathroom for Lewis Capaldi is the newest work from award-winning playwright, FRANCES POET (Still, Traverse Theatre; Fibres, Citizens Theatre; Adam, National Theatre of Scotland).

Citizens Theatre Announces Kate Denby as New Executive Director
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024

The Citizens Theatre has announced Kate Denby as its newly appointed Executive Director. She joins Artistic Director Dominic Hill as Joint CEO. 

Full Cast Set For SOME DEMON at the Arcola Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024

Papatango has announced the full cast for the world première of the 2023 Prize-winning play Some Demon by Laura Waldren – a play focusing on the relationships fostered and fractured when a group of strangers are thrown together in an eating disorder unit.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024

Pitlochry Festival Theatre and OVO have announced the première of Scottish playwright Frances Poet’s exciting new stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s satirical study of society, money, and love - Sense and Sensibility. 

Cast Set For JERRY'S GIRLS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced full casting for the revival of Jerry Herman’s JERRY’S GIRLS. Hannah Chissick directs Cassidy Janson, Lyn Paul and Julie Yammanee. 

Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024

Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice.

JERRY'S GIRLS Revival Will Open Next Month at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

A major revival of Jerry Herman's Jerry's Girls will open at The Menier Chocolate Factory next month. Directed by Hannah Chissick, with choreography by Matt Cole, musical supervision and arrangements by Sarah Travis, and an all-female band, this new production opens on 22 May.

National Theatre of Scotland and Who Cares? Scotland Partner to Launch CARING SCOTLAND
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024

Caring Scotland is a far-reaching creative oral history project that will document the lives and experiences of at least 100 members of the Care Experienced community in Scotland over a three-year period. The project will be delivered by National Theatre of Scotland in partnership with Who Cares? Scotland and funded with an award from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. 

Filament Theatre To Present Constellation Points' CLOUD MAN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024

Filament Theatre will present Constellation Points' magical puppet-filled Cloud Man. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.