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Review: ANIMAL FARM, Stratford East
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 14, 2025

Amy Leach directs Tatty Hennessy’s adaptation of Orwell’s shockingly relevant novella, exploring greed and corruption in a sophisticated production that integrates British Sign Language. It’s essential viewing in the current political climate.

Photos: UK Tour of ANIMAL FARM In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

Stratford East, Leeds Playhouse and Nottingham Playhouse has released first look rehearsal photos for the upcoming tour of ANIMAL FARM.

PROTEST SONG Comes to the Arcola Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023

 First performed ten years ago, writer Tim Price (Nye, Teh Internet is Serious Business, The Radicalisation of Bradley Manning) Protest Song explores hope and the power structures we unwittingly create even among activists.

Review: I, DANIEL BLAKE, Stratford East
by Cindy Marcolina - Oct 25, 2023

I, Daniel Blake was the film on everybody’s lips in 2016. Written by Paul Laverty and directed by Ken Loach, it saw a man from Newcastle having to fight the system tooth and nail to receive Employment and Support Allowance after a heart attack. It’s a political, heartbreaking, life-affirming movie that angered politicians and validated the common people. Adapted by Dave Johns - who played Daniel Blake on screen - the stage show is equally powerful, but imperfect.

Cast and Creative Team Set for First Stage Adaptation of I, DANIEL BLAKE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2023

The world premiere stage adaptation of I, Daniel Blake that exposes the stark reality behind the cost-of-living crisis headlines will open at Northern Stage (25 May - 10 June) before touring.

Mischief Announce Full Casting For MAGIC GOES WRONG UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2021

Magic Goes Wrong will open on tour at Curve, Leicester on 16 July, before visiting Salford, Eastbourne, Cambridge, Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, Milton Keynes, Southampton, Woking and Bath with further dates to be announced. 

BWW Review: SHARON 'N' BARRY DO 'ROMEO & JULIET', Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch, Online
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Feb 28, 2021

Sharon and Barry have been married for years. They are in lockdown and getting bored. Having come across Sharon’s old school copy to Romeo and Juliet in the attic, they are inspired to help their nephew Alex study the play by acting it out themselves, having inadvertently invited various people to see it on Facebook.

Casting Announced For World Premiere Of A New Everyday Comedy At Queen's Theatre Hornchurch
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2021

Full casting has been announced for Queen's Theatre Hornchurch's upcoming production of Sharon 'n' Barry do 'Romeo & Juliet', a new everyday comedy, on Zoom from 25 February - 6 March 2021.

Reimagined Hoard Festival Announced At Staffordshire's New Vic Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2020

Audiences will be given the opportunity to return to the newly refurbished New Vic Theatre and revisit pieces from its critically acclaimed 2015 Staffordshire Hoard Festival in Hoard: Rediscovered, screened at the theatre as part of its Housewarming Season this November.

Photo Flash: MACBETH Opens at Queen's Theatre Hornchurch
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2020

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch opens its Spring 2020 season with a revival of Shakespeare's bloodiest thriller, Macbeth. The revival continues the Theatre's tradition of quality, classic drama and is directed by Douglas Rintoul, following his acclaimed productions of Much Ado About Nothing and UK tour of The Crucible. Most recently, Douglas has directed this Summer's highlight musical adaptation of As You Like It; a European premiere in partnership with the National Theatre. This co-production with Derby Theatre follows successful collaborations on Abigail's Party, Abi and One Man, Two Guvnors.

Photo Flash: First Look At Queen's Theatre Hornchurch And Derby Theatre Production Of MACBETH
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2020

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch will open its Spring 2020 season with a revival of Shakespeare's bloodiest thriller, Macbeth. The revival continues the Theatre's tradition of quality, classic drama and will be directed by Douglas Rintoul, following his acclaimed productions of Much Ado About Nothing and UK tour of The Crucible. Most recently, Douglas has directed this Summer's highlight musical adaptation of As You Like It; a European premiere in partnership with the National Theatre. This co-production with Derby Theatre follows successful collaborations on Abigail's Party, Abi and One Man, Two Guvnors.

Casting Announced For Queen's Theatre Hornchurch and Derby Theatre Production Of MACBETH
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2020

Queen's Theatre Hornchurch has announced the cast for its production of Macbeth. The revival continues the Theatre's tradition of quality, classic drama and will be directed by Douglas Rintoul, following his acclaimed productions of Much Ado About Nothing and UK tour of The Crucible. Most recently, Douglas has directed this Summer's highlight musical adaptation of As You Like It; a European premiere in partnership with the National Theatre. This co-production with Derby Theatre follows successful collaborations on Abigail's Party, Abi and One Man, Two Guvnors.

Photo Flash: First Look at Northern Broadsides and New Vic Theatre's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2019

Northern Broadsides and New Vic Theatre have released production images for their co-production of William Shakespeare's glorious tale of antagonistic romance and chaotic comedy - Much Ado About Nothing, which has its official opening night at the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme on Tuesday 12 February.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsals For Northern Broadsides and New Vic Theatre's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2019

Northern Broadsides and New Vic Theatre have released rehearsal images for their forthcoming touring co-production of William Shakespeare's glorious tale of antagonistic romance and chaotic comedy -Much Ado About Nothing.

Full Casting Announced For Northern Broadsides/New Vic Theatre Production Of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2019

Northern Broadsides and New Vic Theatre are delighted to announce full casting for their forthcoming touring production of William Shakespeare's glorious tale of antagonistic romance and chaotic comedy -Much Ado About Nothing.

Storyhouse Announce 30-Strong Rep Company For Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2018

Storyhouse has announced the cast for its new in-house company who will perform in rep, five productions at Chester's multi award-winning theatre cinema and library and outdoors at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre.

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Gets Ready for 'Final Farewell' This June
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2017

The National Theatre's award-winning production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is now in its final four weeks, with a last performance at the Gielgud Theatre in London on Saturday 3 June 2017.   

Creative Team of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Reunite For a Final Farewell to the West End
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2017

The National Theatre hosts a special platform with the original creative team of its award-winning production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time on Thursday 1 June at 5.15pm, following the matinee performance at the Gielgud Theatre in London.  The discussion will be chaired by ITV's Arts Editor, Nina Nannar.

'CURIOUS INCIDENT' Adds Two Matinees in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2017

The National Theatre today announced two extra matinees for The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time on Tuesday 14 February and Tuesday 30 May 2017.  Curious Incident has its final West End performance at the Gielgud Theatre on Saturday 3 June 2017.

National Theatre Announces Final West End Performance of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2016

After nearly five successful years in London, the National Theatre today (9 December 2016) announced the final extension of its West End run of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, with 50,000 extra tickets on sale today.